A client with peripheral vascular disease (PVD)asks the nurse what types of exercise would improve the client's condition and overall health. Which type of exercise will the nurse include in the response to the client?
A)Passive ROM
B)Weight lifting
C)Yoga
D)Team sports

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A)Yoga is considered a complementary therapy used to reduce stress and improve circulation. Active ROM exercises should be encouraged rather than passive ROM exercises. Weight lifting may increase blood pressure and cause harm to fragile blood vessels. Clients with PVD should have gradual increases in duration and intensity of exercise, so team sports would not be appropriate.
B)Yoga is considered a complementary therapy used to reduce stress and improve circulation. Active ROM exercises should be encouraged rather than passive ROM exercises. Weight lifting may increase blood pressure and cause harm to fragile blood vessels. Clients with PVD should have gradual increases in duration and intensity of exercise, so team sports would not be appropriate.
C)Yoga is considered a complementary therapy used to reduce stress and improve circulation. Active ROM exercises should be encouraged rather than passive ROM exercises. Weight lifting may increase blood pressure and cause harm to fragile blood vessels. Clients with PVD should have gradual increases in duration and intensity of exercise, so team sports would not be appropriate.
D)Yoga is considered a complementary therapy used to reduce stress and improve circulation. Active ROM exercises should be encouraged rather than passive ROM exercises. Weight lifting may increase blood pressure and cause harm to fragile blood vessels. Clients with PVD should have gradual increases in duration and intensity of exercise, so team sports would not be appropriate.

A Client with Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)asks the Nurse What