A patient is being discharged after 1 week of IV antibiotic therapy for acute osteomyelitis in the right leg. Which information will be included in the discharge teaching?
A) How to apply warm packs to the leg to reduce pain
B) How to monitor and care for a long-term IV catheter
C) The need for daily aerobic exercise to help maintain muscle strength
D) The reason for taking oral antibiotics for 7 to 10 days after discharge
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