A patient in the clinic with cystic fibrosis (CF) reports increased sweating and weakness during the summer months. Which action by the nurse would be most appropriate?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: CF causes excessive salt loss in sweat, leading to weakness; adding salt corrects this.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Maintaining the head in an elevated position will decrease the amount of nasal swelling. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen, increase the risk for postoperative bleeding and should not be used postoperatively.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Increased tactile fremitus over the area of pulmonary consolidation is expected with bacterial pneumonias. Dullness to percussion would be expected. Pneumococcal pneumonia typically presents with a loose, productive cough. Adventitious breath sounds such as crackles and wheezes are typical. A grating sound is more representative of a pleural friction rub rather than pneumonia.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Frequent deep breathing and coughing are needed after chest surgery to prevent atelectasis.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: UAP education includes documentation of intake and output. The other actions are within the scope of practice and education of licensed nursing personnel.