The nurse caring for a patient who had arthroscopy of the left knee would include which of the following in the patient discharge teaching? Select all that apply.
A)"It will help to elevate the left leg when you are sitting."
B)"Place ice on the area for 20 minutes at a time to reduce swelling."
C)"You can resume regular activity once you get home."
D)"Soak the knee in warm water three times a day for the next 24 hours."
E)"You can take Tylenol to ease any discomfort from the test."
F)"The doctor says you may go back to your normal diet and regular medications."

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Elevating the leg and applying ice can help reduce swelling and pain after arthroscopy. Tylenol (acetaminophen) is a common recommendation for managing post-procedure pain. Resuming a normal diet and medications is generally advised unless specific contraindications are present. Resuming regular activity immediately (C) and soaking the knee in warm water (D) are not typically recommended immediately following knee arthroscopy due to the need for the surgical site to heal and to prevent swelling or infection.

The Nurse Caring for a Patient Who Had Arthroscopy of the Left