The nurse is planning care for a patient who had an above-the-knee amputation 2 days ago. Which position should the nurse include in this patient's plan of care?
A) Sims' position as tolerated
B) Flat in bed
C) High Fowler's position with the stump elevated
D) Sitting in a chair while awake
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