When developing a nursing care plan for a child with cystic fibrosis, which problem should be addressed?
A) Malabsorption of fat-soluble vitamins
B) Malabsorption of proteins
C) Malabsorption of water-soluble vitamins
D) Malabsorption of carbohydrates

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Cystic fibrosis affects the pancreas, leading to a deficiency in the enzymes needed to digest fats, which results in malabsorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K).

When Developing a Nursing Care Plan for a Child with Cystic