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WorksheetsCystic Fibrosis
Total questions: 5
Worksheet time: 2mins
Cystic Fibrosis is primarily caused by:
A bacterial infection in the lungs.
A genetic condition inherited from parents
An autoimmune reaction against the pancreas
Exposure to environmental toxins.
What makes the secretions (mucus, sweat, digestive juices) in cystic fibrosis different from normal?
They are too watery.
They are absent in the body.
They become thick and sticky.
They contain too much protein.
Which health teaching is MOST appropriate for infants with cystic fibrosis regarding nutrition?
Low-calorie, low-fat diet to prevent obesity
High-calorie, high fat diet with pancreatic replacement therapy.
Strict fluid restriction with minimal salt intake.
Fiber-Rich diet to avoid constipation.
Why should infants with cystic fibrosis receive fat-soluble vitamin supplementation? (A,D,E,K)
To improve immunity and prevent infection.
To promote normal heart development.
Because these vitamins are always deficient in all infants.
Because pancreatic damage impairs absorption of these vitamins.
What intervention is recommended if an infant with
cystic fibrosis does not meet expected growth targets?
Start early enteral feeding support
Delay feeding until apetite improves
Provide intravenous antibiotics
Encourage more physical activity.
