A patient is recovering from an arthrocentesis of the right knee. The nurse includes which instructions regarding care at home?
A) Apply warm heat to the site for the first 24 hours.
B) Ambulate with crutches
C) Avoid all weight bearing for three to five days
D) Apply ice to the wound for the first 24 hours
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