The nurse is preparing to instruct a family member regarding how to appropriately assist a 76-year-old patient incorporate a healthy daily walk into the family's routine.The nurse includes a suggestion that:

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To measure the appropriate intensity while walking for exercise,many apply the "talk test": the person exercising should be able to carry on a conversation while walking.Breathing may be slightly labored,but a conversation should still be possible.The walker should not be out of breath.The other suggestions may or may not be appropriate for individual patients.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Instruct a Family Member Regarding