A 6-year-old girl has been hospitalized with rheumatic fever for 4 weeks. Her symptoms have gradually subsided, and she’s now ready for discharge. Which of the following plans for her health care is most important for her future well-being
A. Arrange for her to return to school as soon as possible to promote psychosocial development.
B. Encourage her to engage in unrestricted physical activity to regain physical strength.
C. Arrange for the administration of prophylactic antibiotics to prevent a recurrence of rheumatic fever.
D. Maintain seizure precautions, as central nervous system involvement may persist for several months.