Which of the Following Accurately Represents Appropriate Guidelines for Developing

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately represents appropriate guidelines for developing a safe and effective progressive resistance training program for your patient who is age 85?

A) High-intensity progressive resistance exercise is contraindicated in patients older than age 80.
B) Each session should include warm-up, stretching, functional or sport-specific exercises, and cool-down.
C) Strength cannot be gained in patients with low muscle mass, and resistance training will be detrimental.
D) Resistance exercises beyond the seventh decade should only be performed as part of an aquatic program to reduce the stress on joints and soft tissue.