When doing patient teaching for parents of a child with cystic fibrosis (CF), you will include which THREE statements in your teaching? (Select THREE that apply)
A. "Your child will be prone to developing thin, watery mucus that affects the airway."
B. "You will need to give your child's medications regularly until he outgrows this illness."
C. "You may notice that your child has salty-tasting skin"
D. "You will need to observe your child closely for urinary tract and lung infections."
E. "This disorder is caused by a genetic defect that results in impaired chloride and sodium reabsorption."
Answer:
C. "You may notice that your child has salty-tasting skin"
D. "You will need to observe your child closely for urinary tract and lung infections."
E. "This disorder is caused by a genetic defect that results in impaired chloride and sodium reabsorption."
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