An older patient with arthritis is prescribed to begin an exercise regimen. How should the nurse instruct the patient about exercising?
1. Perform resistive exercises daily with weights.
2. Perform active range of motion to all joints every day.
3. Overstretch all muscle groups for 20 minutes each day.
4. Use high intensity when performing isometric exercises.
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Rationale: The nurse should instruct the patient to perform resistive exercises twice a week and gradually add weights.
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