The nurse is completing a health screening for a school-age child with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The parents ask the nurse to recommend activities that will promote exercise for their child
Which recommendation by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A) Swimming
B) Football
C) Softball
D) Basketball
Answer: A
Swimming exercises all the extremities without putting undue stress on joints. Softball, football, or basketball could exacerbate joint discomfort.
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