Cystic Fibrosis

by Cathy Parkes February 12, 2021 Updated: December 29, 2021

Nursing care for the child with cystic fibrosis includes encouraging PO fluid intake, eating a high-fat and high-calorie diet, and administering pancreatic enzymes (pancrealipase) with meals and snacks.

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Lordosis, Kyphosis, and Scoliosis

Lordosis (excessive curvature of the lumbar spine) is a common finding in pregnancy and in toddlers. Kyphosis (excessive curvature of the thoracic spine) is a common finding in the older adults. Scoliosis (lateral curvature of the spine) is always abnormal.

Tension Pneumothorax

A patient with a tension pneumothorax is likely to have tracheal deviation towards the unaffected side. Assess respiratory status in any patient with this finding!