A School-Age Client Is Diagnosed with Rheumatic Fever

question 24

Multiple Choice

A school-age client is diagnosed with rheumatic fever. Which parental statement indicates the need for further education by the nurse?

• A) "I understand rheumatic fever is a strep infection of the heart."
• B) "My child will be on bed rest for several weeks."
• C) "My child will be treated with aspirin and/or corticosteroids."
• D) "Once my child has recovered, she will still need to be monitored for sequelae to the disease."

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