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CBme · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A nursing student is preparing a clinical conference. The topic of the discussion is caring for the child with cystic fibrosis (CF).

Which of the following comments by the student would indicate that the student needs further review of information about cystic fibrosis? 1. It is transmitted as an autosomal recessive trait.
2. It is a disease that causes mucus that is formed to be abnormally thick.
3. It is a disease that causes dilation of the passageways of many organs.
4. It is a chronic multisystem disorder affecting the exocrine glands.

Question 2

A woman is seen in the emergency department in a severe state of anxiety following assault and battery. The nurse places highest priority on taking which of the following nursing actions at this time?

1. Remaining with the client
2. Encouraging the client to talk about her feelings
3. Teaching the client deep-breathing techniques
4. Putting the client in a quiet room, away from other clients

ynlevi · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

3

Rationale: CF is a chronic multisystem disorder affecting the exocrine gland. The mucus pro-duced by these glands (particularly those of the bronchioles, small intestine, and pancreatic and bile ducts) is abnormally thick, causing obstruction of the small passageways of these organs. It is transmitted as an autosomal recessive trait.

Answer to Question 2

1

Rationale: A client with severe anxiety may feel abandoned and become overwhelmed if left alone. Placing the client in a quiet room is also indicated, but it is more important to stay with the client. The client may not feel comfortable being located a distance from other people. It is not realistic to teach the client deep breathing or relaxation until the anxiety decreases. Encouraging the client to share feelings would be appropriate after anxiety has decreased.