A school-age child with rheumatoid arthritis asks the nurse to recommend an exercise activity. Which of the following would be the most appropriate for the nurse to recommend?
1. Softball
2. Football
3. Swimming
4. Basketball
3
Rationale:
1. Softball could exacerbate joint discomfort.
2. Football could exacerbate joint discomfort.
3. Swimming helps to exercise all the extremities without putting undue stress on joints.
4. Basketball could exacerbate joint discomfort.
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