Mr. O, age 50 years, comes for his annual health assessment, which is provided by his employer. During your initial history-taking interview, Mr. O mentions that he routinely engages in light exercise. At this time, you should:
a. ask if he makes his own bed daily.
b. have the patient describe his exercise.
c. make a note that he walks each day.
d. record "light exercise" in the history.
B
When Mr. O says that he engages in light exercise, have him describe his exercise. To qualify his use of the term light, ask him the type, length of time, frequency, and intensity of his activities.
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