The older adult residents of an assisted-living facility are preparing for a 14-day trip to Europe. Which is the most important exercise for the nurse to recommend for the group?
a. Practice standing on one foot for 30 seconds.
b. Move light weights in a rowing motion 8 times.
c. Stretch the hips by pulling the knee to the chest.
d. Swim laps in the pool for 10 minutes continuously.
D
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A Incorrect. This is a reasonable exercise to recommend because balance tends to decrease with age; however, the cornerstone of the group's exercise must be endurance.
B Incorrect. This is a reasonable exercise to recommend because muscle bulk tends to decrease with age; however, the cornerstone of the group's exercise must be endurance.
C Incorrect. This is a reasonable exercise to recommend because joint flexibility tends to decrease with age; however, the cornerstone of the group's exercise must be endurance.
D Correct. The nurse should recommend endurance exercises for the group to im-prove cardiovascular and respiratory conditioning. Endurance training is suitable to prepare the residents to withstand the rigors of travel.
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