A family has just received the diagnosis of Celiac Disease for their 5-year-old son. The nurse knows that the family understands the teaching when the father states:
1. "We will need to read labels, and anything with white flour should be avoided.".
2. "My child will not be able to participate in hockey anymore because of the diagnosis.".
3. "The family will need to change its eating out habits and only cook at home.".
4. "We will need to notify the school so that other children will not catch the disease.".
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1. White flour contains gluten, which is the allergy issue for Celiac Disease.
2. A child can participate in any sports with this disease.
3. The family will need to modify what is ordered when eating out.
4. Celiac Disease is not contagious.
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