A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who is postoperative following surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. The client should be advised to limit the use of the affected hand, but complete rest for 4 to 6 weeks is often too long unless otherwise directed by the surgeon. B. Ice, not heat, is recommended for pain and swelling in the first 24 hours post-surgery. Heat can exacerbate swelling. C. Numbness and tingling should improve after surgery and not persist. If they do, it could indicate complications such as nerve damage. D. Elevating the hand above the level of the heart helps reduce swelling and aids in the healing process after carpal tunnel surgery.