A 5-year-old child is being discharged after valve replacement surgery. Which discharge information specific to this child does the nurse provide?
A.
"Be sure to keep all follow-up appointments."
B.
"Encourage your child to eat a healthy diet."
C.
"Monitor the chest incision for redness or heat."
D.
"This valve will need replacement in about 5 years."
ANS: D
All options are appropriate for any child with a heart condition or after surgery. The option most specific to this child's condition is informing the parents that as the child grows, the valve will need to be replaced about once every 5 years.
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