RHD

Question 1

What nursing action should the nurse prioritize during the care of a patient who recently has recovered from rheumatic fever?
1 Teach the patient how to manage his or her physical activity.
2Teach the patient about the need for ongoing anticoagulation.
3Teach the patient about the need for continuous antibiotic prophylaxis.
4 Teach the patient about the need to maintain standard infection control procedures

Answer 1

ANS: 3
Patients with a history of rheumatic fever frequently require ongoing antibiotic prophylaxis, an intervention that necessitates education. This consideration is more important than activity management in preventing recurrence. Anticoagulation is not indicated in this patient population. Standard precautions are indicated for all patients.