During a health promotion class, a group of older adults ask the nurse to teach them measures that they can take to foster neurologic health. What should the nurse tell the group?
A) "Neurological illnesses are generally the result of factors beyond your control.".
B) "Quitting smoking and maintaining a healthy body weight can cut your risk of neurological diseases.".
C) "The best protective measure for your neurological health is to avoid environmental toxins and eat a healthy diet.".
D) "The more mentally active you stay by continually reading and learning, the less your chance of developing neurological disease.".
B
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Many, but not all, neurologic illnesses exist for reasons beyond an individual's control. Smoking cessation and preventing obesity have been shown to have a preventative effect. Avoidance of toxins and maintaining mental activity are less significant preventative measures.
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