A nurse is assessing a school-age child admitted with new heart murmur, arthritis-type symptoms, erythema marginatum, and fever. When taking the child's history, which question is most likely to provide important information?
A.
"Did your child have any vaccinations recently?"
B.
"Has your child been exposed to contagious illnesses?"
C.
"Has your child had a sore throat in the last 2 to 3 weeks?"
D.
"Is there a family history of autoimmune disorders?"
ANS: C
This child is displaying manifestations of rheumatic fever, which typically arises after an episode of acute pharyngitis. The nurse should ask about recent sore throats. The other questions are not as likely to provide vital information.
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