Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic Fibrosis ( 34 Questions)

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Question 4 :

A nurse is discussing the impact of cystic fibrosis (CF) on the digestive system with a client. Which statement accurately describes a common gastrointestinal complication of CF?

A "CF primarily affects the stomach, leading to frequent episodes of gastritis."

Incorrect. CF primarily affects the pancreas and small intestine, not the stomach.

B "CF causes inflammation of the liver, resulting in jaundice and liver failure."

Incorrect. While liver complications can occur in some individuals with CF, such as liver disease or cirrhosis, it is not a primary manifestation of the disease.

C "CF can obstruct the pancreatic ducts, leading to pancreatic insufficiency and malabsorption of nutrients."

Correct. CF often results in thickened mucus obstructing the pancreatic ducts, causing pancreatic insufficiency and malabsorption of essential nutrients.

D "CF mainly affects the large intestine, leading to chronic constipation."

Incorrect. CF primarily affects the pancreas and small intestine rather than the large intestine, and chronic constipation is not a typical symptom of CF.

Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic Fibrosis ( 34 Questions)

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