Tell the client to report necessary findings to the health care team during rounds

Write assessment findings on a blank paper and leave it for the health care team to read

Appropriate documentation in the client's health record

Send e-mails directly to the health care team

The stasis of mucus in cystic fibrosis provides an excellent growth medium for bacteria

Risk of aspiration due to pancreatic insufficiency increases the risk of infection

Chronic hypoxia leads to an increase in respiratory infections

Cystic fibrosis is a restrictive pulmonary disease making it harder to clear secretions

Inhaled corticosteroids are more effective in long-term management of asthma

Theophylline produces more undesirable side effects than other asthma medications

Theophylline has a high potential for toxicity

Theophylline is ineffective for treating acute asthma attacks

Administer a quick reliever medication

Wheezing noted in the lungs on expiration

Wheezing noted in the lungs on inspiration and expiration

Diminished or absent breath sounds throughout the lung fields

Course crackles in the left-lower lung lobe on inspiration and expiration

"Do you smoke or drink alcohol on a regular basis?"

"Is it your regular practice to engage in hand washing?"

"Were you in contact with someone who was coughing, singing or sneezing in close proximity?"

"Did you share any items such as glasses or dishes with other individuals in the shelter?"

Administer oxygen

Prepare for gastric lavage

Obtain an ECG

Clostridium difficile (C. Diff)

Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

Influenza A

Group

A beta-hemolytic

streptococci (GABHS)