The healthcare provider suggests that an older patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus begin a walking program. What should the nurse include when teaching the patient about this program? Select all that apply.
1. Dress in layers.
2. Wear shoes with thick flexible soles.
3. Walk at least three to five times a week.
4. Wear music headset to block noise distractions.
5. Perform warm-up exercises before walking.
1. Dress in layers.
2. Wear shoes with thick flexible soles.
3. Walk at least three to five times a week.
5. Perform warm-up exercises before walking.
Explanation: 1. The nurse should instruct the patient to wear clothes that are dry and comfortable and dress in layers to prevent overheating.
2. The nurse should instruct the patient to wear shoes with thick, flexible soles to cushion each step and absorb shock.
3. The nurse should instruct the patient to walk at least three to five times per week.
4. The nurse should instruct the patient to choose a safe place to walk and find a partner or exercise group at the same fitness level with whom to exercise. Blocking out noise would be harmful if walking outdoors for emergency alerts such as car horns or ambulance sirens would not be heard.
5. The nurse should instruct the patient to engage in warm-up exercises before walking.
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