A parent whose two school-age children have asthma asks the nurse in what sports,if any,they can participate.The nurse should recommend:
A)Soccer.
B)Running.
C)Swimming.
D)Basketball.

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Swimming is well tolerated in children with asthma because they are breathing air fully saturated with moisture and because of the type of breathing required in swimming.Exercise-induced bronchospasm is more common in sports that involve endurance,such as soccer,running,and basketball.Prophylaxis with medications may be necessary.

A Parent Whose Two School-Age Children Have Asthma Asks the Nurse