When teaching a mother of a young child with cystic fibrosis, the ...

[Jkov05]

When teaching a mother of a young child with cystic fibrosis, the nurse should instruct the mother to:
 
  a. increase the child's intake of fiber. c. suction the child's nose and mouth.
  b. offer fluids slowly. d. give the child an antitussive.

Question 2

When teaching a client prescribed potassium iodine, the nurse should instruct the client to:
 
  a. avoid activities requiring mental alertness.
  b. avoid foods like bananas and oranges.
  c. drink the medication through a straw.
  d. cover the mouth with a tissue when coughing.

[shaikhs]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: The child needs increased fluids.
B Correct: In infants and small children, fluids should be offered slowly to prevent coughing spasms and aspiration of the fluid.
C Incorrect: This is not appropriate instruction.
D Incorrect: Productive coughs should not be suppressed.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: SSKI (saturated solution of potassium iodide) does not depress the CNS.
B Incorrect: Unless a medical condition warrants avoiding these foods, taking SSKI does not mean the client cannot eat foods high in potassium.
C Correct: This will prevent the burning sensation in the mouth and stained teeth.
D Incorrect: This is appropriate for any client taking an expectorant and is not specific to SSKI.

[Jkov05]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[kusterl]

Excellent