A nurse is working with an older adult who has never exercised despite understanding the health benefits.What can the nurse do to improve the chances that this adult will begin an exercise regimen?

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Maintaining physical fitness in later years contributes to health,well-being,and independence.If the patient already understands the health benefits of exercising,asking about dancing and joining fitness clubs is not likely to get the desired response.However,if the nurse can show the patient how being physically fit may mean more years of independent living,the patient might be willing to make some small changes.Asking the family to talk with the patient is not showing the nurse in action.

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