The nurse is teaching parents about caring for their child after cardiac surgery. Which of the following should be included in the instructions?
A)The child will have a fever for several weeks following the surgery.
B)The child will be restricted from most play activities.
C)The child will not receive routine immunizations.
D)The child will receive prophylactic antibiotics for any dental, oral, or upper respiratory tract procedures.

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It is important for the child to receive prophylactic antibiotics for any dental, oral, or upper respiratory tract procedures to prevent infection of the heart valves or lining, which may follow cardiac surgery. A fever for several weeks and restriction from play activities are not typical after cardiac surgery, and routine immunizations should still be given according to the recommended schedule.

The Nurse Is Teaching Parents About Caring for Their Child