The nurse is caring for a client with tuberculosis. Why should the nurse always encourage a client with tuberculosis to perform active range-of-motion (ROM) exercises three times a day?
A) For medication absorption
B) For maintaining muscle strength
C) For use as a baseline for evaluation
D) For effective pain control

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Active range-of-motion exercises three times a day help to maintain muscle strength, which is important for overall physical function and mobility. It is not directly related to medication absorption, baseline evaluation, or pain control.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Tuberculosis