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A 22-Year-Old Patient Started an Exercise Regimen 2 Months Ago

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A 22-year-old patient started an exercise regimen 2 months ago that includes running 3 to 4 miles a day. The patient tells the nurse, "I enjoy my daily runs, but now I have shin splints." Which response by the nurse is appropriate?


A) "You may be increasing your running time too quickly and need to cut back a little bit."
B) "You need to have x-rays of your lower legs to be sure you do not have stress fractures."
C) "You should expect some leg pain while running."
D) "You should try speed-walking rather than running."

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