The caregivers of an 8-year-old child diagnosed with muscular dystrophy are discussing appropriate activities for their child. The nurse might suggest to these caregivers that they do which of the following in regard to their child's activities?
A) Find a Little League team that encourages participation of kids at all disability levels.
B) Find an art class that will allow the child to participate without physical exertion.
C) Modify family activities so they are more sedentary for the child.
D) Teach the child at home so that the child does not feel overly different.
A
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