A nurse is giving a presentation to the community on healthy aging. At the conclusion, the nurse asks each participant to state one health-promoting action he or she can take. Which of the following responses indicates the need for clarification?
A) "I should drink plenty of fluids."
B) "I should get involved in community life."
C) "I should take a vitamin and mineral supplement."
D) "I should try to walk for a couple of hours each day."
Ans: D
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Keeping active mentally is important by participating in volunteer organizations and activities in the community and being actively involved in church and political groups. Good nutrition and fluids are essential to physical health. Because of various factors related to aging, including decreased absorption of some substances, older people probably should take at least one basic multivitamin and mineral supplement. The nurse may wish to suggest to most clients (unless contraindicated because of other physical factors) that they exercise at least 30 minutes a day, three times a week.
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