When Beginning an Exercise Program,an Elderly Client Should First Be

question 9

Multiple Choice

When beginning an exercise program,an elderly client should first be assessed.What is important to include in the initial assessment for older adults of all ages?

• A) Exercise tolerance testing (ETT)
• B) Echocardiogram
• C) Medical history and physical examination
• D) Pulmonary function tests (PFTs)

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