The nurse is caring for a client after a mastectomy. Which nursing intervention would assist in preventing lymphedema of the affected arm?
Rationale, Strategy, Tip

a. Placing cool compresses on the affected arm
b. Elevating the affected arm on a pillow above heart level
c. Avoiding arm exercises in the immediate postoperative period
d. Maintaining an intravenous site below the antecubital area on the affected side