The nurse would stress in a discharge teaching plan for a client recovering from endocarditis that to avoid further complication, the client should
a. become actively involved in social and community activities.
b. drink at least 1000 ml of fluid daily to ensure adequate hydration.
c. initiate a comprehensive daily exercise program.
d. notify the physician when invasive dental procedures are planned.
D
Clients recovering from endocarditis should take special precaution by contacting the physician for extra antibiotic coverage when invasive dental procedures are scheduled.
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