Which statement made by parents of a child with cystic fibrosis indicates that they understood the nurse's teaching on pancreatic enzyme replacement?
A) "Enzymes will improve my child's breathing."
B) "I should give the enzymes 1 hour after meals."
C) "Enzymes should be given with meals and snacks."
D) "The enzymes are stopped if my child begins wheezing."

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Children with cystic fibrosis need to take enzymes with food for adequate absorption of nutrients.Pancreatic enzymes do not affect the respiratory system.Pancreatic enzymes are taken within 30 minutes of eating all meals and snacks.Giving the medication 1 hour after meals is inappropriate and ineffective for absorption of nutrients.Wheezing is not a reason to stop taking enzyme replacements.

Which Statement Made by Parents of a Child with Cystic