title: Exercise programs for fitness and health for geriatrics.
abstract: "As a consequence of diminished exercise tolerance, a large and increasing number of elderly people will be living below, at, or just above 'thresholds' of physical ability, needing only minor intercurrent illness to render them completely dependent" (Astrand, 1992, p. 1231S). The NP can play a crucial role in educating motivating, and encouraging geriatric clients to continue or initiate a fitness program. The exercise program that is prescribed by NPs for their patients "depends on their needs, goals, physical and health status, personal preference, and available time, equipment, and facilities" (Pollack et al., 1994, p. 588). Fitness is a goal for all geriatric patients, that they might remain healthy and physically fit longer, and therefore continue to lead active, fulfilling lives.
authors.affiliation: University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, USA.
authors.forename: C R
authors.initials: CR
authors.lastname: Johnson
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D005081:Exercise Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D006293:Health Promotion / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D009722:Nurse Practitioners; D010809:Physical Fitness