An older adult is diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. When discussing exercise with the patient, the nurse makes the greatest positive impact on the patient's quality of life when stating
a. "Exercising will be important to the flex-ibility of your joints."
b. "It seems to help if you have someone to exercise with."
c. "I'll provide you with a list of gyms where you can exercise."
d. "Let's discuss ways for you to exercise your joints."
D
With advances in drug therapy and active participation by the patient in activities to prevent joint deformities, the patient should experience less deformity, increased comfort levels, and under-standing of the disease process. By actually discussing exercise, the nurse makes the greatest impact on the patient's quality of life. The other options are appropriate but will not have as great an impact as discussing actual exercises.
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