A client is diagnosed with coronary artery disease (CAD). What will the nurse teach the client in regards to weight and exercise?
1. Exercise, even when not strenuous, is beneficial.
2. Exercise and weight have no relation to CAD.
3. Exercise is not necessary.
4. Weight loss is more important than exercise.
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Both weight loss and exercise is beneficial. Studies have shown that exercise, even when not strenuous, is beneficial.
Rationale 2: Both weight loss and exercise is beneficial for CAD.
Rationale 3: Exercise alone can reduce the progression of CAD.
Rationale 4: Both weight loss and exercise is beneficial. Studies have shown that exercise, even without weight loss, is beneficial.
Global Rationale: Both weight loss and exercise is beneficial. Studies have shown that exercise, even when not strenuous, is beneficial.
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