The nurse wants to use exercise according to the recommendations of the American Geriatrics Society (AGS)for an older woman who lost her balance and fell.Which nursing intervention is suitable for this older adult according to the AGS?

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The AGS states that group exercises can be effective to improve balance as part of a fall prevention program for older adults.Using an assistive device can help prevent falls; however,assistive devices are not part of an exercise program.Although the AGS states that the relationship between exercise and reducing the risk for falls is strong,the recommended type,duration,and intensity of the exercises are not clear.The AGS states that to improve balance with exercise,an older adult must participate in exercise for at least 10 weeks.

The Nurse Wants to Use Exercise According to the Recommendations