The nurse is working with an advocacy group to raise awareness about cystic fibrosis. Which statement best explains the condition?
The nurse is working with an advocacy group to raise awareness about cystic fibrosis. Which statement best explains the condition?
A. “It is an inherited disease that causes inflammation and hypersensitivity of the airway.”
[7%]
B. “It is an infectious disease causing inflammation and fluid accumulation in the alveoli of the lungs.”
[9%]
C. “It is an inherited disease causing excessive, thick mucus to build up in the body and cause blockages.”
[82%]
D. “It is an acquired disease that causes inflammation and swelling of the epiglottis.”
[2%]
Statistics
Subject/Lesson
Subject
Child Health
Lesson
Respiratory
Client Need
Test Plan
Physiological Adaptation
Related Topic
Alterations in Body Systems
Item Type
Item Type
Knowledge/Comprehension
Explanation
Choice C is correct. This statement correctly describes cystic fibrosis as an inherited disease causing excessive, thick mucus to build up in the body and cause blockages.
Choice A is incorrect. Cystic fibrosis is NOT an inherited disease that causes inflammation and hypersensitivity of the airway. A disease that causes inflammation and hypersensitivity of the airway is asthma, not CF.
Choice B is incorrect. Cystic fibrosis is NOT an infectious disease that causes inflammation and fluid accumulation in the alveoli of the lungs. Pneumonia is an infectious disease that causes inflammation and fluid accumulation in the alveoli of the lungs.
Choice D is incorrect. Cystic fibrosis is NOT an acquired disease that causes inflammation and swelling of the epiglottis. Epiglottitis is a disease that causes inflammation and swelling of the epiglottis.
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Additional Info
✓ Living with a chronic condition like cystic fibrosis can be challenging. Nurses provide psychosocial support by addressing emotional needs, facilitating support groups, and connecting clients and families with resources for coping and mental health support.
✓ Regular respiratory function, nutritional status, and overall health monitoring are essential. Nurses collaborate with the healthcare team to promptly assess and address changes in the client's condition.
