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Rheumatic Heart Disease and Rheumatic Fever Quiz

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What is a complication of rheumatic fever?

Erythema marginatum

Rheumatic heart disease (correct)

Polyarthritis

Strep throat

At what age is rheumatic fever most likely to occur?

At any age, but mostly in adults

After 15 years old

Before 5 years old

Between 5 to 15 years old (correct)

What is the effect of rheumatic fever on the heart?

It stops the heart from pumping blood

It repairs heart damage

It has no effect on the heart

It forces the heart to work harder to pump blood (correct)

What is the name of the transient meshlike macular rash that occurs on the trunk and extremities in about 5% to 13% of patients?

Erythema marginatum Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of streptococcal pharyngitis that may precede rheumatic symptoms?

Swollen and tender lymph nodes at the angle of the jaw Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of rheumatic fever if left untreated?

Congestive heart failure Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for administering antibiotic therapy in rheumatic heart disease?

To eradicate hemolytic streptococcus Signup and view all the answers

What laboratory test is used to monitor the acute phase of infection in rheumatic fever?

Sedimentation rate and CRP Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of nursing assessment in patients with rheumatic heart disease?

Evaluating fever and throat symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of nursing interventions in reducing fever in patients with rheumatic heart disease?

To eradicate hemolytic streptococcus Signup and view all the answers

What is the nursing diagnosis related to joint pain and easy fatigability in patients with rheumatic heart disease?

Activity Intolerance Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of palpating for firm, nontender movable nodules near tendons or joints in patients with rheumatic heart disease?

To identify skin lesions and rash Signup and view all the answers