A nurse teaches a 5-year-old child with cystic fibrosis how to use an inhaler. What is the
most appropriate way to evaluate the child's understanding of the technique?
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Asking questions about using the inhaler
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Having the child demonstrate inhaler use
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Explaining how the inhaler will be used at home
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Having the child tell the nurse about the technique that was learned - ANSWER -2
A nurse is reviewing discharge instructions with the parent of an infant with cystic fibrosis.
What statement indicates that the parent knows how to administer the pancreatic enzyme
replacement?
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"We should give the medication with feedings."
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"We should put crushed enteric-coated pills in the formula."
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"We need to give the medication every 6 hours, even during the night."
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"We should feed the granules from the capsule in applesauce every morning." -
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, Which medications does the nurse expect to be prescribed for a preschooler with newly
diagnosed cystic fibrosis? Select all that apply.
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Page | 2 Steroids
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Antibiotics
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Antihistamines
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Pancreatic enzymes
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Fat-soluble vitamins - ANSWER -2 4 5
A school-aged child with cystic fibrosis has been admitted with a respiratory infection. The
child has been very disruptive and angry with staff and parents. What does the nurse
suspect is the reason for the child's uncooperative behavior?
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Spoiled and needs to be adequately disciplined
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Resentful of the restriction of the hospitalizations
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Having a reaction to the new respiratory medications
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Angry about dietary restrictions related to the disease - ANSWER -2