A Seven-Year-Old Girl Has Been Diagnosed with Rheumatic Fever

Multiple Choice

A seven-year-old girl has been diagnosed with rheumatic fever. The physician has talked with the parents and child and explained the disease and the planned medical treatment. Which statement by the parents needs further clarification?

A) "I understand rheumatic fever is a strep infection of the heart."
B) "My child will be on bed rest for several weeks."
C) "My child will be treated with aspirin and/or corticosteroids."
D) "Once my child has recovered, she will still need to be monitored for sequelae to the disease."