A nurse is teaching a client who has cystic fibrosis (CF). Which statement should the nurse include in this client's teaching?
a. "Take an antibiotic each day."
b. "Contact your provider to obtain genetic screening."
c. "Eat a well-balanced, nutritious diet."
d. "Plan to exercise for 30 minutes every day."
ANS: C
Clients with CF often are malnourished due to vitamin deficiency and pancreatic malfunction. Maintaining nutrition is essential. Daily antibiotics and daily exercise are not essential actions. Genetic screening would not help the client manage CF better.
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