A patient with a history of mitral valve replacement surgery is instructed to take prophylactic antibiotics before a scheduled root canal. Which patient statement indicates to the nurse that teaching has been effective?

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The correct answer is C because patients with a history of mitral valve replacement are at increased risk for endocarditis, especially after dental procedures like a root canal. Prophylactic antibiotics are taken to prevent this infection. A fever could indicate the onset of endocarditis, thus the need to contact a doctor.

A Patient with a History of Mitral Valve Replacement Surgery