A nurse at a senior center promotes activity by leading exercise programs. Which of the following is a benefit of such exercise?
a. Improvement of mood
b. Cardiovascular stress
c. Painful and stiff joints
d. Depression
ANS: A
Physical activity has many benefits including improvement of mood. Physical activity improves cardiovascular health, decreases depression, and helps decrease pain and increase flexibility in the joints.
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