In assessing the nature of the stool of a client who has cystic fibrosis, what would the nurse expect to see?

In assessing the nature of the stool of a client who has cystic fibrosis, what would the nurse expect to see?
A . Clay-colored stools
B . Steatorrhea stools
C . Dark brown stools
D . Blood-tinged stools

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Answer: B

Explanation:

(A) Clay-colored stools indicate dysfunction of the liver or biliary tract.

(B) In the early stages of cystic fibrosis, fat absorption is primarily affected resulting in fat, foul, frothy, bulky stools.

(C) Dark brown stools indicate normal passage through the colon.

(D) Blood-tinged stools indicate dysfunction of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.