A school-age client diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) wants to participate in the school sports programs. The client asks the nurse to recommend a sporting activity that is appropriate. Which activity would be the most appropriate for the nurse to recommend?
A) Baseball
B) Basketball
C) Football
D) Swimming

Question

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Swimming is a low impact sport that will be easier on the joints for a client with RA. Baseball and basketball involve a lot of running and jumping, and football involves physical contact which can be painful and damaging for the joints.

A School-Age Client Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Wants to Participate