When encouraging a fitness program for older adults, what must the nurse consider?
1) Older adults should engage in 75 to 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week.
2) More than 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity can be harmful to bones.
3) Structured calisthenics programs achieve greater health benefits for older adults.
4) Older adults at risk for falling should do activities that maintain or improve balance.
ANS: 4
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