Practice Question
The nurse is teaching the parent of a child with cystic fibrosis about respiratory and nutrition requirements for the child. What should be included in this teaching? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
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Chest physiotherapy helps break up thick secretions for ease of breathing.
Rationale:
🟢 Chest physiotherapy: Helps loosen thick mucus, improving airway clearance and oxygenation.
🟢 Pancreatic enzymes: Given with or before meals/snacks to assist in nutrient absorption and prevent malnutrition.
🟢 High-protein foods: Protein promotes growth and tissue repair, essential for children with chronic illness.
🟢 High-calorie foods: High energy needs due to increased metabolic demand and malabsorption; frequent meals recommended.
🟢 Cystic fibrosis affects both respiratory and digestive systems, so therapy targets lung clearance and nutrition support.
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- Domain: RN ATI Pediatrics
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