Which of the following treatment parameters for IPC would be best for a patient with upper extremity post-mastectomy stage 1 or 2 lymphedema?
A) 30 to 50 mmHg for 60 minutes once or twice per day
B) 50 to 80 mmHg for 30 minutes three or four times per day
C) 80 to 100 mmHg for 20 minutes once per day
D) 100 to 120 mmHg for 10 minutes every 2 hours

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For upper extremity post-mastectomy stage 1 or 2 lymphedema, a pressure range of 30 to 50 mmHg for 60 minutes once or twice per day is recommended for IPC treatment. Higher pressures or more frequent sessions may be indicated for more severe lymphedema, but this lower pressure and duration is appropriate for the given stage of lymphedema.

Which of the Following Treatment Parameters for IPC Would Be