The nurse implements the concepts of the activity theory of aging when instructing the older cli-ent with osteoarthritis to:
a. continue her daily walking routine.
b. curtail further increases in physical activi-ty.
c. document preferred end-of-life interven-tions.
d. avoid exposing herself to crowds.
ANS: A
The activity theory states that successful aging equals active aging, which is related to the per-son's need to maintain a productive life for it to be a happy life. Curtailing increases in physical activity is diametrically opposite to continuing a daily walking routine and contrary to the tenets of the activity theory. End-of-life decisions and avoiding exposure to crowds are not related to the activity theory since they do not directly affect the productiveness of a client's life.
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