The Primary Nursing Intervention to Prevent Bacterial Endocarditis Is

question 22

Multiple Choice

The primary nursing intervention to prevent bacterial endocarditis is

• A) Institute measures to prevent dental procedures.
• B) Counsel parents of high-risk children about prophylactic antibiotics.
• C) Observe children for complications, such as embolism and heart failure.
• D) Encourage restricted mobility in susceptible children.

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