When Caring for the Older Adult Client Who Underwent Knee

When caring for the older adult client who underwent knee replacement surgery 8 days ago, the nurse assesses for symptoms of the complication that the client is at greatest risk for when:

A) determining whether the client can "feel me touching your foot."
B) asking the client to rate his current pain.
C) observing the incision site.
D) monitoring the pedal pulse on the affected leg.