The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP) is performing a sports physical on an adolescent whose history reveals mild aortic stenosis (AS). What will the nurse practitioner recommend?

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Evaluation by a cardiologist prior to participation is recommended for any adolescent with a history of aortic stenosis, even if it is mild. The cardiologist can assess the severity of the condition and determine whether any restrictions or precautions need to be taken during physical activity. Avoidance of all sports may not be necessary, but clearance for any sports is not appropriate without further evaluation. Low-intensity sports may also not be appropriate depending on the severity of the AS.

The Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) Is Performing a Sports