Congenital Heart Disease

Congenital Heart Disease ( 40 Questions)

A client with a history of congenital heart disease is scheduled for dental surgery. What precaution should the nurse recommend to the client?


Correct Answer: A

A) The answer is A. Premedicating with an antipyretic before the dental procedure can help prevent bacterial endocarditis, a severe infection in clients with certain congenital heart diseases.

B) Incorrect. Antibiotic prophylaxis is recommended for some clients with congenital heart diseases to prevent bacterial endocarditis. The client should consult their healthcare provider for appropriate prophylactic measures.

C) Incorrect. The timing of the surgery in the afternoon does not significantly impact recovery. The appropriate timing should be determined by the healthcare provider and the client's medical condition.

D) Incorrect. Aspirin is an anticoagulant, and the client should consult their healthcare provider about the management of aspirin therapy before any surgical procedure.




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