What is the maximum inflation pressure recommended during IPC therapy?

During intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) therapy, the maximum inflation pressure is typically recommended to be set at 10 mmHg less than the patient's diastolic blood pressure. This is to ensure effective therapy while avoiding excessive pressure, which could compromise blood flow or cause discomfort. Maintaining the inflation pressure below diastolic levels helps facilitate venous return, enhances lymphatic drainage, and reduces the risk of vascular damage. Therefore, setting the pressure at this specific point strikes a balance between therapeutic benefits and patient safety, making it the most appropriate choice for IPC therapy.

The other options suggest pressures that could be either too high and potentially harmful or not in line with the recommended practices for IPC therapy, which prioritize maintaining pressures that promote safety and benefit the patient's vascular health.