When assessing the activity-exercise pattern of a patient with chronic vertigo syndrome, the nurse notes that the patient states, "I love to run for exercise, and I usually run five or six times a week, but now I feel dizzy when I run." Which action should be included in the plan of care?

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Frequent repetition of an activity that causes dizziness may help the body adjust to the activity. Because running is important to this patient, the nurse should develop strategies that allow the patient to continue running, if possible. The symptoms of chronic vertigo syndrome decrease as the day progresses, so the patient should be encouraged to exercise later in the day. Riding a bicycle when dizzy will increase the risk for injury to the patient.

When Assessing the Activity-Exercise Pattern of a Patient with Chronic