What should the nurse recognize when comparing the physical changes in young and middle adulthood?

A) Fertility issues do not occur in young adulthood.
B) Young adults are quite active but are at risk for illness in later years.
C) Young adults tend to suffer more from severe illness.
D) Exercise is less important in young adulthood than in middle adulthood.

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Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Young adults are generally active and have a minimum of major health problems.However,their lifestyles may put them at risk for illnesses or disabilities during their middle or older years.An estimated 10% to 15% of reproductive couples are infertile,and many are young adults.Exercise in young adulthood is increasingly important for preventing or decreasing the risk for chronic health conditions such as high blood pressure,obesity,and diabetes that develop later in life.

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