Anti-Embolic Stockings Are in Place on the Obese Postsurgical Patient

Anti-embolic stockings are in place on the obese postsurgical patient.Which statement accurately describes the standard of care in regard to anti-embolic stockings?

A) The stockings should remain in place continually for the first 24 hours.
B) The stockings should fit tightly at the knee and ankle.
C) The stockings should be removed approximately 20 minutes every shift.
D) The stockings should be removed when ambulating.