Pancreatic enzymes are administered to the child with cystic fibrosis (CF). What nursing considerations should be included?
A) Do not administer pancreatic enzymes if the child is receiving antibiotics.
B) Decrease dose of pancreatic enzymes if the child is having frequent, bulky stools.
C) Administer pancreatic enzymes between meals if at all possible.
D) Pancreatic enzymes can be swallowed whole or sprinkled on a small amount of food taken at the beginning of a meal.

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Enzymes may be administered in a small amount of cereal or fruit at the beginning of a meal or swallowed whole. Pancreatic enzymes are not a contraindication for antibiotics. The dosage of enzymes should be increased if the child is having frequent, bulky stools. Enzymes should be given just before meals and snacks.

Pancreatic Enzymes Are Administered to the Child with Cystic Fibrosis