In Providing Nourishment for a Child with Cystic Fibrosis (CF),what

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Multiple Choice

In providing nourishment for a child with cystic fibrosis (CF) ,what diet consideration should be stressed to both the child and caregivers?

• A) Diet should be high in carbohydrates and protein.
• B) Diet should be high in easily digested carbohydrates and fats.
• C) Most fruits and vegetables are not well tolerated.
• D) Fats and proteins must be greatly curtailed.

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Definitions:

Cellular Hypertrophy

An increase in cell size, often associated with increased organ size and function, typically as a result of exercise or health conditions.

LH

Luteinizing hormone, a hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that triggers ovulation and stimulates the production of sex hormones.

Theca Interna

A layer of cells surrounding the ovarian follicle that works in conjunction with granulosa cells to support the development and release of an egg in females.

Granulosa Cells

Cells that surround the developing egg in the ovary and play a crucial role in the maturation of the oocyte and production of hormones like estrogen.