A client with progressive mitral valve prolapse is experiencing sympathetic nervous system symptoms in addition to prolapse symptoms. Which teaching point should be stressed by the nurse in an effort to minimize these effects?

Question

A) Antibiotic therapy before invasive procedures
B) Low-dose aspirin daily
C) Avoid caffeine.
D) Decrease fluid and sodium intake.

Answer 1

C
Feedback:
The symptoms associated with sympathetic nervous response (anxiety, agitation, nervousness, and palpitations) are often managed with antianxiety medications and advisement to avoid caffeine and over-the-counter medications that contain stimulants. Periodic antibiotic therapy use before an invasive procedure is not associated with sympathetic nervous system symptoms. Low-dose aspirin is used to prevent thrombus formation. Decreasing fluid and sodium intake is indicated for the control of congestive failure.