Which instruction directs the patient to perform an isometric exercise?

A) "Use the trapeze to lift your upper body off the bed."
B) "Tighten and hold your stomach muscles for 15 seconds."
C) "Close your fists and squeeze them tightly,release and repeat."
D) "Lift your buttocks off the bed by pushing against the mattress."

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Trevor Hanks · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Isometric exercise involves tightening or tensing muscles without moving body parts.Tightening and holding abdominal muscles is an example of isometric exercise.Isotonic exercises cause muscle contraction and shortening of muscle length.Isotonic exercises include lifting the body off the bed,closing fists,and lifting the buttocks off the mattress.

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