The nurse is completing a health screening for a school-age child with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The parents ask the nurse to recommend activities that will promote exercise for their child. Which recommendation by the nurse is most appropriate?
A)Swimming
B)Football
C)Softball
D)Basketball

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A)Swimming exercises all the extremities without putting undue stress on joints. In contrast, softball, football, or basketball could all exacerbate joint discomfort.
B)Swimming exercises all the extremities without putting undue stress on joints. In contrast, softball, football, or basketball could all exacerbate joint discomfort.
C)Swimming exercises all the extremities without putting undue stress on joints. In contrast, softball, football, or basketball could all exacerbate joint discomfort.
D)Swimming exercises all the extremities without putting undue stress on joints. In contrast, softball, football, or basketball could all exacerbate joint discomfort.

The Nurse Is Completing a Health Screening for a School-Age