A young patient is admitted to the pediatric unit with a diagnosis of cystic fibrosis (CF) exacerbation.The nurse monitors the patient closely for which potentially fatal complication of CF?
A) Airway rigidity
B) Pulmonary edema
C) Respiratory failure
D) Asthma-like bronchospasms

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Respiratory failure is a potentially fatal complication of cystic fibrosis due to the progressive lung damage and chronic infections associated with the disease.

A Young Patient Is Admitted to the Pediatric Unit with a Diagnosis