Multiple Choice
A nurse should be concerned when observing a patient performing isometric exercises if the patient is:
A) Holding his or her breath while exerting
B) Performing the exercises four times per day
C) Tightening each muscle group for 8 seconds, then relaxing
D) Repeating each exercise 8 to 10 times for each muscle group
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