Your client had knee surgery today in your ambulatory surgery center. What teaching topic would you be sure to confirm with your client?
1. "You will have severe pain, so be sure to take your medications every 4 hours."
2. "Be sure to start your physical therapy exercises tonight."
3. "Avoid driving until at least tomorrow and longer if you are taking your pain medications."
4. "Remember to alternate heat and ice on your knee until you see the physician."
ANS: 3
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