Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has infective endocarditis. Which of the following manifestations is the priority for the nurse to monitor for?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Dyspnea may indicate heart failure or pulmonary embolism in endocarditis, both life-threatening. Fever, anorexia, and malaise are less urgent.