Which of the following should be included in the instructions to an active adolescent who is going home after an outpatient cardiac catheterization?

A. The pressure dressing is usually removed within 24 hours, not left on for 7 days. Extended dressing use may increase the risk of skin irritation or infection. B. Strict bed rest is typically recommended for a few hours after the procedure, not for three days. Most adolescents can resume light activity within 24 hours. C. After a cardiac catheterization, tub baths should be avoided for 2–3 days to prevent infection at the insertion site, but showering is generally safe the next day, provided the site is protected and not scrubbed. D. Returning to school is typically permitted within 1 to 2 days after the procedure, depending on the child’s condition and physician recommendations—Band-Aid removal is not a relevant factor in determining return to school.