Question

A 35-year-old G2P1 woman at 30 weeks gestation has known rheumatic mitral stenosis with NYHA class II symptoms. According to the Australian ARF/RHD guideline, which of the following is MOST appropriate regarding her care?

Accepted Answer

Ongoing multidisciplinary care including cardiology and obstetric input with delivery planned in a facility able to manage high-risk cardiac pregnancy

Answer

Routine care in a non-tertiary setting without specialist review

Answer

Avoid echocardiography during pregnancy

Answer

Elective termination of pregnancy is mandatory

Answer

Benzathine penicillin must be stopped during pregnancy

Practice question

A 35-year-old G2P1 woman at 30 weeks gestation has known rheumatic mitral stenosis with NYHA class II symptoms. According to the Australian ARF/RHD guideline, which of the following is MOST appropriate regarding her care?