An infant who is diagnosed with a mild heart defect will not have surgical correction for at least 2 years. Which information should the nurse include in the discharge teaching regarding management in the home environment?
A) "Your child will have a low-grade fever until the defect is repaired."
B) "It is important for your child to maintain normal activity."
C) "Your child is not at risk for congestive heart failure."
D) "It is important to avoid antipyretics for the treatment of fever."

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The infant with a mild heart defect is not at risk for congestive heart failure and can maintain normal activity at home. The other options are not relevant or accurate in this situation.

An Infant Who Is Diagnosed with a Mild Heart Defect