A Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Has an Artificial

question 8

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a client who has an artificial heart valve and is scheduled for a dental procedure. Which precautionary measure should the nurse take before the dental procedure?

• A) Administering diuretics
• B) Administering anticoagulant therapy
• C) Administering beta-blockers
• D) Administering antibiotic therapy

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