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What is exercise?
What is exercise?
Planned, structured and repetitive physical activity
What is the primary non-pharmacological intervention for conditions like obesity, mild hypertension, diabetes, and coronary heart disease?
What is the primary non-pharmacological intervention for conditions like obesity, mild hypertension, diabetes, and coronary heart disease?
- Surgery
- Exercise (correct)
- Dieting
- Medication
What is diabetes mellitus characterized by?
What is diabetes mellitus characterized by?
Hyperglycemia
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Population and Exercise
- Exercise is defined as planned, structured, and repetitive physical activity.
- Exercise is considered a primary non-pharmacological intervention for various health problems, including: • Obesity • Mild hypertension (mild HTN) • Diabetes • Coronary heart disease
- When using exercise as an intervention, special considerations must be made for populations with specific diseases, disabilities, or limitations.
Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetes Mellitus is a disease characterized by hyperglycemia (high blood sugar).
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