Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
School-age child with cystic fibrosis, diagnostic results: HbA1c 8.5%, Hgb 13.5 mg/dL, Hct 39%, WBC count 9,600/mm3A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a school-age child who has cystic fibrosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Oxygen saturation. In cystic fibrosis, lung function can be compromised, leading to decreased oxygen saturation levels. Reporting this finding to the provider is crucial for early intervention and management. Heart rate (A), WBC count (B), and HbA1c (C) are not typically directly affected by cystic fibrosis. Oxygen saturation monitoring is essential for assessing respiratory status in cystic fibrosis patients.