Many patients find it difficult to incorporate an exercise program into their daily lives because
of time constraints. For these patients, it is beneficial to reinforce that many ADLs are used to
accumulate the recommended 30 minutes or more per day of moderate-intensity physical
activity. When instructing these patients, the nurse explains that
a. Housework is not considered an aerobic exercise.
b. To strengthen back muscles, the patient should bend using back muscles.
c. Daily chores should begin with gentle stretches.
d. The patient should stick to one chore until it is done before beginning a new one