To increase the proportion of adults who engage in vigorous physical activity that promotes the development and maintenance of cardiorespiratory fitness, what would the nurse teach a patient? (Mark all that apply.)

A) The importance of physical activity
B) To exercise vigorously 3 or more days a week
C) To "cool down" after exercise so as not to strain muscles
D) To exercise for 20 or more minutes
E) To swim, which is the best exercise


A, B, D

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The nurse teaches the newly diagnosed diabetic client that the best means of reducing the risk of complications is to:

1. Exercise regularly for a minimum of 30 minutes a day. 2. See the doctor every six months. 3. Eat properly. 4. Maintain stable blood sugar level.

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Sarah, one of your RNs, tells you that she can't understand why Jim, an Aboriginal patient, wants to do a smudge. In coaching Sara, you suggest which of the following?

a. "Explain to Jim that there is no smoking in the hospital." b. "Inform Jim that fires are not allowed in the hospital." c. "Insist that he give you his tobacco be-cause it is unhealthy for him." d. "Ask him what he means by a smudge and what meaning it has for him."

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A researcher is looking particularly at the financial management of a health care system. What specific aspect of quality health care would this address?

a. Practice styles b. Process of care c. Quality of care d. Structure of care

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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