Which of the Following Accurately Represents Appropriate Guidelines for Developing

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately represents appropriate guidelines for developing a safe and effective progressive resistance training program for your patient who is age 85?

• A)High-intensity progressive resistance exercise is contraindicated in patients older than age 80.
• B)Each session should include warm-up, stretching, functional or sport-specific exercises, and cool-down.
• C)Strength cannot be gained in patients with low muscle mass, and resistance training will be detrimental.
• D)Resistance exercises beyond the seventh decade should only be performed as part of an aquatic program to reduce the stress on joints and soft tissue.

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