A newborn is suspected of having cystic fibrosis. As the child is being prepared for transfer to a pediatric hospital, the mother asks the nurse what symptoms made the physician suspect cystic fibrosis
The nurse would reply that the clinical manifestation of cystic fibrosis that is seen first is: 1. Steatorrheic stools.
2. Constipation.
3. Meconium ileus.
4. Rectal prolapse.
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Rationale:
1. Steatorrhea, constipation, and rectal prolapse might be signs of cystic fibrosis seen in an older infant or child.
2. Steatorrhea, constipation, and rectal prolapse might be signs of cystic fibrosis seen in an older infant or child.
3. Newborns with cystic fibrosis might present in the first 48 hours with meconium ileus. 4. Steatorrhea, constipation, and rectal prolapse might be signs of cystic fibrosis seen in an older infant or child.
Assessment
Physiological Integrity
Analysis
Learning Outcome 25.6 Synthesize information and develop a home nursing care plan in partnership with the family for the child with a chronic respiratory condition.
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