The nurse is teaching parents about caring for their child after cardiac surgery. Which of the following should be included in the instructions?
1. The child will be restricted from most play activities.
2. The child will receive prophylactic antibiotics for any dental, oral, or upper respiratory tract procedures.
3. The child will not receive routine immunizations.
4. The child will have a fever for several weeks following the surgery.
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Rationale:
1. The child should live a normal and active life following repair of a cardiac defect.
2. Parents should be taught that the child should receive prophylactic antibiotics to prevent endocarditis, according to the American Heart Association.
3. Immunizations should be provided according to the schedule.
4. Any unexplained fever should be reported.
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