The Effects of Recumbency (Bed Rest)on Patients Have Been Described

The effects of recumbency (bed rest) on patients have been described as detrimental and leading to a state of general deconditioning.This negative condition can be affected through the interventions of physical therapy by simply:

A) providing progressive resistive exercise to patients.
B) providing instruction in the most appropriate form of diaphragmatic breathing.
C) restoration of upright positioning.
D) providing supplemental oxygenation during activities.