A patient is being discharged after 2 weeks of IV antibiotic therapy for acute osteomyelitis in the left leg. Which information will be included in the discharge teaching?
A) How to apply warm packs safely to the leg to reduce pain
B) How to monitor and care for the long-term IV catheter site
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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