Why Is a Patient with Arthritis Less Likely to Exercise

question 22

Multiple Choice

Why is a patient with arthritis less likely to exercise?

• A) Fragility of the bones puts the patient at risk for fractures.
• B) Numbness in the feet and legs puts the patient at risk for a fall.
• C) Stiffened ligaments and tendons put the patient at risk for reduced flexibility.
• D) Moving heavy edematous limbs puts the patient at risk for fatigue.

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