Ati RN pediatrics 302 proctored exam 2
20. A nurse provides discharge teaching about nutrition to the parents of a child with cystic fibrosis (CF). Which of the following responses by the parents indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Children with CF are at risk for dehydration due to excessive salt loss in sweat, so adequate fluid intake is essential, not restriction. B. Children with CF require high-calorie, high-fat, and high-protein diets to support growth and compensate for malabsorption. Low-fat, low-protein diets are inappropriate. C. Sodium loss through sweat is significant in CF, especially in hot weather, so salt intake should not be restricted—in fact, extra salt may be needed. D. Pancreatic insufficiency in CF leads to malabsorption of fats and proteins. Administering pancreatic enzymes with all snacks and meals aids digestion and improves nutrient absorption, which is essential for growth and weight maintenance.
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