The nurse is working with a client in a fitness setting. Which of the following would be the correct maximum desired heart rate target zone for both moderate- and vigorous-intensity workouts for this 60-year-old female?
1. 66–80, and 112–124
2. 60–85, and 85–110
3. 80–110, and 120–130
4. 80–112, and 112–136
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Rationale 1: Utilizing the proper calculation method, 66–80, and 112–124 beats per minute are not the desired heart rate target zones for moderate- and vigorous-intensity workouts for a 60 year old.
Rationale 2: Utilizing the proper calculation method, 60–85, and 85–110 beats per minute are not the desired heart rate target zones for moderate- and vigorous-intensity workouts for a 60 year old.
Rationale 3: Utilizing the proper calculation method, 80–110, and 120–130 beats per minute are not the desired heart rate target zones for moderate- and vigorous-intensity workouts for a 60 year old.
Rationale 4: Utilizing the proper calculation method, 80–112, and 112–136 beats per minute are the desired heart rate target zones for moderate- and vigorous-intensity workouts for a 60 year old.
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