The nurse provides discharge instructions to the parents of a child recovering from surgery to repair a congenital heart defect. What statement indicates that teaching provided to these parents has been effective?
A) "Our child should be restricted in play and activity for at least 6 months."
B) "Our child will need to take antibiotics prior to having dental surgery."
C) "Fluids should be restricted to maximize lung function."
D) "Our child should not return to normal activities for at least 2 years."
Answer: B
Since the child is at risk for infective endocarditis, prophylactic antibiotics are indicated for invasive procedures. The child should not be restricted in play and activities for at least 6 months. The child should not restrict fluids. The parents should be encouraged to have the child live a normal life and not be restricted for 2 years.
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