A Patient Underwent Split Thickness Skin Grafting to Bilateral Lower

A patient underwent split thickness skin grafting to bilateral lower legs 5 days ago and is now cleared for mobility and ambulation.Which one of the following goals justifies the use of figure-of-eight pattern elastic bandages to the lower extremities prior to ambulation?

A) Prevent orthostatic hypertension.
B) Decrease pain in the dependent lower extremities.
C) Apply pressure for early scar management.
D) Support new grafts and promote venous return.Chapter 24: Burns

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