Posted: August 16th, 2017

The patient with which of the follow characteristics is considered high risk for the development of infective endocarditis?

The patient with which of the follow characteristics is considered high risk for the development of infective endocarditis?
a) The patient who has complex cyanotic congenital malformations is at high risk for the development of infective endocarditis.
b) Mitral valve prolapse with valvular regurgitation
The patient with mitral valve prolapse with valvular regurgitation is at moderate risk for the development of infective endocarditis.
c) Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
The patient with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is at moderate risk for the development of infective endocarditis.
d) Acquired valvular dysfunction
The patient with acquired valvular dysfunction is at moderate risk for the development of infective endocarditis.