Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 66%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Child admitted with suspected rheumatic feverA nurse is caring for a child who was admitted with suspected rheumatic fever. The provider prescribes an anti-streptolysin O (ASO) titer. The parent asks the nurse the purpose of the test. What should the nurse respond?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
An ASO titer confirms recent streptococcal infection, a precursor to rheumatic fever, by detecting streptolysin O antibodies.