After teaching a client who has diabetes mellitus and proliferative retinopathy,nephropathy,and peripheral neuropathy,the nurse assesses the client's understanding.Which statement made by the client indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?

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Exercise is not contraindicated for this client,although modifications based on existing pathology are necessary to prevent further injury.Swimming or water aerobics will give the client exercise without the worry of having the correct shoes or developing a foot injury.The client should not exercise too vigorously.

After Teaching a Client Who Has Diabetes Mellitus and Proliferative