A patient has an amputation of the left leg below the knee. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care for this patient?
A. Elevate the residual limb on a pillow for 4 to 5 days after surgery.
B. Lay prone with hip extended for 30 minutes four times per day.
C. Dangle the residual limb for 20 to 30 minutes every 6 hours.
D. Sit in a chair for 1 to 2 hours three times each day.
Ans: B. Lay prone with hip extended for 30 minutes four times per day.
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