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Title: The pediatric nurse is providing care to a neonate diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. When discussing ... Post by: beneruiz on Feb 6, 2018 The pediatric nurse is providing care to a neonate diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. When discussing the clinical manifestations of this disease process, which topics will the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)
A. Anemia B. Malnutrition C. Scant, hard stools D. Meconium ileus E. Rectal prolapse Title: The pediatric nurse is providing care to a neonate diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. When discussing ... Post by: sfortner on Feb 6, 2018 ANS: A, B, D, E
The initial presentation of cystic fibrosis in the neonate appears in the gastrointestinal system. The newborn may have a meconium ileus, with meconium so thick that it causes obstruction and requires surgical removal. The infant may initially have bulky stools that are frothy and foul-smelling. Prolapse of the rectum may also occur in infancy and childhood. Malnutrition, anemia, and growth failure persists despite normal caloric intake. |