Anti-Infective Prophylaxis Is Indicated for a Pregnant Patient with a History

question 3

Multiple Choice

Anti-infective prophylaxis is indicated for a pregnant patient with a history of mitral valve stenosis related to rheumatic heart disease because the patient is at risk of developing

• A) hypertension.
• B) postpartum infection.
• C) bacterial endocarditis.
• D) upper respiratory infections.

---

Definitions:

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a key role in controlling movement, emotional responses, and the brain's reward and pleasure centers.

Parkinson Disease

A neurodegenerative disorder that affects predominately dopamine-producing neurons in a specific area of the brain, leading to symptoms like tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination.

Midbrain

The middle portion of the brainstem, playing an important role in the processing of visual and auditory information, as well as motor control.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in both the central and peripheral nervous systems that plays a key role in arousal, attention, memory, and motivation.