Admission and discharge procedures
Admission and discharge procedures ( 16 Questions)
A nurse is discharging a child who has cystic fibrosis from a pediatric unit. What statement by the child indicates a need for further teaching?
This statement by the child indicates an understanding of the teaching, as it shows awareness of the importance of chest physiotherapy for cystic fibrosis.
This statement by the child indicates an understanding of the teaching, as it shows awareness of the importance of pancreatic enzyme replacement for cystic fibrosis.
This statement by the child indicates a need for further teaching, as it shows a misunderstanding of the dietary recommendations for cystic fibrosis. The child should drink plenty of fluids but avoid foods that are high in salt, as they can worsen dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.
This statement by the child indicates an understanding of the teaching, as it shows awareness of the importance of infection prevention for cystic fibrosis.
Choice A reason: This statement by the child indicates an understanding of the teaching, as it shows awareness of the importance of chest physiotherapy for cystic fibrosis.
Choice B reason: This statement by the child indicates an understanding of the teaching, as it shows awareness of the importance of pancreatic enzyme replacement for cystic fibrosis.
Choice C reason: This statement by the child indicates a need for further teaching, as it shows a misunderstanding of the dietary recommendations for cystic fibrosis. The child should drink plenty of fluids but avoid foods that are high in salt, as they can worsen dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.
Choice D reason: This statement by the child indicates an understanding of the teaching, as it shows awareness of the importance of infection prevention for cystic fibrosis.