To promote resistive isometric exercise, the nurse helps the patient on bed rest by encouraging which one of the following?
a. Quadriceps setting
b. Gluteal muscle contraction
c. Moving the arms and legs in circles
d. Pushing against a footboard
D
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A Quadriceps setting is an example of an isometric exercise.
B Gluteal muscle contraction is an example of an isometric exercise.
C Moving the arms and legs in a circle is an example of isotonic exercise.
D Resistive isometric exercises are those in which the individual contracts the muscle while pushing against a stationary object or resisting the movement of an object. An example of a resistive isometric exercise is pushing against a footboard.
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