Asked by Jawad Shorman on Sep 29, 2024
The nurse is caring for a group of patients. Which patient will the nurse see first?
A) A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease doing stretching exercises
B) A patient with diabetes mellitus carrying hard candy while doing exercises
C) A patient with a heart attack doing isometric exercises
D) A patient with hypertension doing Tai Chi exercises
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
A long-term lung disease characterized by a persistent blockage of airflow, leading to difficulty breathing.
Isometric Exercises
Physical exercises where muscles contract without any visible movement, aiming to increase strength.
Tai Chi
A form of Chinese martial arts practiced for both its defense training and its health benefits, focusing on slow, rhythmic movements to increase flexibility and balance.
- Assess and tackle instances of activity intolerance and their impact on the well-being of patients.
Learning Objectives
- Assess and tackle instances of activity intolerance and their impact on the well-being of patients.