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.
Answer:3
Rationale:Newborns with cystic fibrosis may present in the first 48 hours with meconium ileus.Steatorrhea,constipation,and rectal prolapse may be signs of cystic fibrosis seen in an older infant or child.
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