Toby Hogan, 34-year-old editor, was recently diagnosed with subacute bacterial endocarditis (SBE). The nurse determines that the client understands the discharge teaching when he does which of the following?
A)Asks for a referral to a dietician for a low-sodium diet
B)Explains to his wife why he needs antibiotics before seeing the dentist
C)Asks when he can start to take his antibiotics in pill form
D)Explains his plans to quit smoking

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Once a client is diagnosed with SBE, he or she is at risk for repeated episodes. Taking prophylactic antibiotics prior to dental care is an important activity to prevent further infections. There is no routine sodium restriction with SBE (Choice A). Antibiotic treatment for SBE is given by the IV route for the entire course (Choice C). Although stopping smoking will decrease his risk factor for coronary artery disease, it does not affect the SBE (Choice D).

Toby Hogan, 34-Year-Old Editor, Was Recently Diagnosed with Subacute Bacterial