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What would explain a cardiac catheterization to a parent of a pediatric client?

  1. it will confirm if there is a pansystolic murmur.
  2. it will establish the presence of heart muscle hypertrophy.
  3. it will determine the degree of heart muscle problem
  4. it will identify specific location of the defect.
Explanation

Answer: D - The procedure will identify the exact location of ventricular septal defect and also assess pulmonary pressure. Other options can be identified by using ECG and stethoscope.  Though this procedure will likely be handled by cardiology and diagnostic radiology, the PCPs role in support and communication will be critical.

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