A client is preparing to be discharged home following mitral valve replacement. What statement made by the client indicates that the client requires further clarification?
A. "I won't be able to carry heavy loads for at least 6 months."
B. "I will have my teeth cleaned by the dentist in 2 weeks."
C. "I will avoid eating foods high in vitamin K."
D. "I can use my electric razor to shave."
B
Clients who have defective or repaired valves are at high risk of endocarditis. The client who has had valve surgery should avoid dental procedures for 6 months because of the risk of endocardi-tis. When undergoing any invasive procedure, the client needs to be placed on prophylactic anti-biotics.
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Answer the following questions by supplying either the medical abbreviation or the interpretation of the medical abbreviation
noct
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