Which is a common, serious complication of rheumatic fever?
a. Seizures
b. Cardiac arrhythmias
c. Pulmonary hypertension
d. Cardiac valve damage
ANS: D
Cardiac valve damage is the most significant complication of rheumatic fever. Seizures, cardiac arrhythmias, and pulmonary hypertension are not common complications of rheumatic fever.
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