The nurse is planning care for a client recovering from a meniscal injury. Which of the following should be included as strategies to avoid future injuries?
1. Avoid hamstring muscle exercises.
2. Stretch before and after exercise.
3. Wear similar shoes for all activities.
4. Avoid skiing.
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Strategies to prevent future meniscal injuries include having strong thigh and hamstring muscles; stretching before and after exercise; wearing shoes that fit and are appropriate for the activity; and when skiing, having bindings that release the skis with a fall.
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