Which of the following instructions would be most helpful for a patient who has just completed the first IPC treatment for lower extremity edema?
A) Put the leg in a dependent position as soon as possible to prevent ischemia.
B) Compensatory swelling in other areas of the body is an expected response to IPC.
C) Avoid moving the treated limb for as long as possible.
D) Wear compression garments to maintain changes in limb volume.

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Wearing compression garments is important after IPC treatment to maintain the changes in limb volume and prevent edema from recurring. Choices A and C are incorrect and could actually be harmful. Choice B is not a typical response to IPC treatment and may cause confusion or unnecessary worry for the patient.

Which of the Following Instructions Would Be Most Helpful for a Patient