Exercise in later adulthood

NCLEX-PN
Health Promotion and Maintenance
Matrix
Difficulty 3 of 5

Question

An older adult wants a varied activity routine. For each activity, identify the main type of exercise the practical nurse should reinforce.

Row	Endurance	Strength	Flexibility
Brisk walking	✓ Correct	Not correct	Not correct
Using a resistance band	Not correct	✓ Correct	Not correct
Stretching muscles	Not correct	Not correct	✓ Correct

Answer

Brisk walking: Endurance · Using a resistance band: Strength · Stretching muscles: Flexibility

Rationale

Different movement activities serve different purposes. Walking challenges endurance, resistance work builds strength, and stretching supports flexibility.

RememberCombine exercise types to support different physical abilities.

Sources

Exercise for Older Adults (MedlinePlus health topic) MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine · License: US government work (public domain) · Retrieved November 2, 2026 · Summary: Exercise for Older Adults

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