The nurse is caring for a patient who has had an arthrocentesis.The nurse has completed discharge instructions.Which statement by the patient indicates the need for further instruction?
A) "I will need to avoid moving my knee for at least 1 to 2 weeks."
B) "The steroids prescribed by my physician will reduce the inflammation in my knee."
C) "Some pain is anticipated."
D) "My elastic bandage will be worn for 2 to 3 days."
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