The nurse is teaching a moderately obese, older adult client who is otherwise healthy about the benefits of exercise. Which of the following teaching points is most accurate?

Question

A) "You'll need to monitor your heart rate when you're working out to make sure it doesn't go more than 10 beats over your target rate.".
B) "Since your resting heart rate is over 75 beats per minute, an exercise program might not be appropriate.".
C) "You'll need to choose at the outset whether you want an exercise program that addresses cardiovascular function, one aimed at flexibility, or one addressing strength.".
D) "For older adults, a workout that is slightly shorter but slightly more intense is ideal.".

Answer 1

A
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An older adult's target heart rate should be identified and not exceeded by more than 10 beats per minute. A resting heart rate in a healthy older adult of 75 beats per minute does not necessarily preclude an exercise program. An exercise regimen should encompass all three domains, not just one, and workouts should not be more intense for older adults than for younger adults.