The nurse teaching the parents of a child diagnosed with cystic fibrosis will advise the parents to choose foods that satisfy which recommended diet?

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In cystic fibrosis (CF), a protein responsible for transporting sodium and chloride is defective and causes the secretions from the exocrine glands to be thicker and stickier than normal. These abnormal secretions plug smaller airway passages and ducts in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The thick secretions block pancreatic ducts, resulting in a deficient amount of pancreatic enzymes entering the bowel to aid in digestion and nutrient absorption. Clients require multiple vitamin supplements and supplemental pancreatic enzymes that are administered with meals. To meet the growth needs of clients with CF, a diet high in calories, fat, and protein is required. (Options A, C, and D) A gluten-free diet is required for clients with celiac disease who cannot tolerate barley, rye, oats, or wheat (mnemonic: BROW). Low-phosphate diets are indicated for clients with certain kidney disorders. Low-sodium diets are indicated for volume overload states (eg, heart failure, ascites) and hypertension. Educational objective: Cystic fibrosis causes damage to the GI tract and pancreas, leading to impaired absorption of nutrients and resulting growth deficits. Clients must consume a diet high in calories, fat, and protein.

The Nurse Teaching the Parents of a Child Diagnosed with Cystic