The nurse is assessing a patient diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. Which findings support the patient's diagnosis? (Select all that apply.)

A.
Concave chest
B.
Dry, scaly skin
C.
Protuberant abdomen
D.
Wasted buttocks
E.
Thick extremities


ANS: C, D
Protuberant abdomen, barrel chest, wasted buttocks, and thin extremities are common features in children with cystic fibrosis.

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