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    ATI RN Paediatrics Nursing Proctored Exam 2023
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    A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has cystic fibrosis. Exhibits A nurse is reviewing the child's medical record. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect the provider to prescribe or reconcile from the child's home medication list? Select all that apply.

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Meperidine is a narcotic analgesic used for pain relief and is not typically indicated for the management of cystic fibrosis. B. Dornase alfa is a medication commonly used in the management of cystic fibrosis to help improve respiratory function by reducing the viscosity of mucus in the airways. C. While acetaminophen may be used for managing fever or pain in children with cystic fibrosis, it is not specifically indicated as a standard medication for cystic fibrosis management. D. Children with cystic fibrosis often have deficiencies in fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K) due to malabsorption. Water-soluble forms of these vitamins are typically prescribed to address these deficiencies. E. Pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy, such as pancreatic lipase, is necessary for children with cystic fibrosis who have pancreatic insufficiency. This medication helps improve digestion and absorption of nutrients by replacing the deficient pancreatic enzymes.

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