MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

SURGERY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A patient with cystic fibrosis is admitted to the hospital with pneumonia. When will the nurse administer the pancreatic enzymes that the patient has been prescribed?
A
After meals and at bedtime
B
One hour prior to mealtime in the morning
C
With meals
D
Three times a day regardless of meal time
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -You should take the enzymes with the first few mouthfuls of food. They won’t work properly if you take them after a meal. If you are taking more than one capsule, or your meal will last more than 20 minutes, take half the capsules when you start eating, and spread the other half out during the meal.

Detailed explanation-2: -Medications used to treat patients with cystic fibrosis may include pancreatic enzyme supplements, multivitamins (particularly fat-soluble vitamins), mucolytics, antibiotics (including inhaled, oral, or parenteral), bronchodilators, anti-inflammatory agents, and CFTR potentiators.

Detailed explanation-3: -Encourage clients to drink more fluids to prevent dehydration. Assess clients’ hydration status and keep electrolytes normal through oral rehydration solutions (ORS) or intravenous therapy as needed. Monitor their oxygen levels by measuring pulse oximetry at least every 2-4 hours.

Detailed explanation-4: -A peak flow meter can help show the narrowing of the airways well before an asthma attack happens. A peak flow meter can help you determine: When to get emergency medical care.

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