When Encouraging a Fitness Program for Healthy Older Adults,what Must

question 4

Multiple Choice

When encouraging a fitness program for healthy older adults,what must the nurse consider?

• A) Older adults should engage in 75 to 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week.
• B) More than 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity can be harmful to bones.
• C) Structured fitness programs achieve greater health benefits for older adults.
• D) Older adults at risk for falling should do activities that maintain or improve balance.

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