Assignment task:
Background: During the first visit to the pediatrician for a 4-day-old infant, the nurse performed a complete physical assessment. The mother is concern and reported to the physician the following concerns:
Weight loss of more than 12%
Slightly distended abdomen
Mother reported no stooling.
What information would be important to ask the mother to determine if CF is a concern?
The newborn's screen comes back from the state with a diagnosis of CF. The infant remains healthy and is waiting further testing when the infant develops a respiratory infection and is hospitalized. What are five priority nursing interventions for this newly diagnosed infant and the family?
The infant is being prepared for discharge, what specific information can the nurse provide to the family that will help prepare the family for home care of their infant?
What information can be provided to the parents in regard to the possibility that future children may have CF?