To promote resistive isometric exercise,the nurse helps the patient on bed rest by encouraging which one of the following?

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In resistive isometric exercises,the individual contracts the muscle while pushing against a stationary object or resisting the movement of an object.An example of a resistive isometric exercise is pushing against a footboard.Quadriceps setting is an example of an isometric exercise.Gluteal muscle contraction is an example of an isometric exercise.Moving the arms and legs in a circle is an example of isotonic exercise.

To Promote Resistive Isometric Exercise,the Nurse Helps the Patient on Bed