Why is an arthritic patient less likely to exercise?
a. Fragility of the bones puts the patient at risk for fractures.
b. Numbness in the feet and legs puts the patient at risk for a fall.
c. Stiffened ligaments and tendons put the patient at risk for reduced flexibility.
d. Moving heavy edematous limbs puts the patient at risk for fatigue.
ANS: C
Arthritis limits joint movement; in turn, this reduces tendon and ligament flexibility, making them stiff and limiting mobility.
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