An Older Patient Desires to Increase Tolerance for Walking but Becomes

question 3

Multiple Choice

An older patient desires to increase tolerance for walking but becomes fatigued with short distances. What should the nurse suggest to this patient?

• A) Walk in a mall, stopping when necessary to sit.
• B) Walk 10 feet to the mailbox several times a day.
• C) Walk in the park and stop periodically to sit on a bench.
• D) Walk in the grocery store using a cart for stability and support.

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