The nurse is discussing age-related changes to the muscles with a client who asks if there are activities that can help slow that process. The nurse should encourage the client to:
1. eat nutritious meals.
2. maintain adequate fluid intake.
3. perform strenuous exercise.
4. maintain an active lifestyle.
Answer: 4
1. While nutrition is important, it does not directly prevent atrophy of the muscles.
2. Adequate fluid intake is important, but is not a measure to prevent muscle weakness directly.
3. Strenuous exercise is discouraged, as the older client can sustain injuries.
4. The nurse encourages an active lifestyle, with specific exercises that help retard the aging process.
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