Standardized testing should be used with all patients to establish a baseline for initiation of activities.The design of an exercise program for the older adult should include performance of specific tests to measure performance levels and tolerance for activities.Which of the following will provide a measure of self-perceived intensity of exercise based on level of exertion?

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The Borg scale of perceived exertion is a tool used to measure a patient's subjective self-perceived intensity of exercise based on their level of exertion. This is particularly useful in designing an exercise program for older adults, as it allows for tailoring the program to the individual's tolerance and preferences. The other options (A, B, C) are useful tools for other purposes (risk assessment, mobility assessment, fall prevention), but they do not provide a measure of self-perceived exercise intensity.

Standardized Testing Should Be Used with All Patients to Establish