A nurse is teaching the parents of a child who has cystic fibrosis about home care following discharge. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

Rationale:

A. Balance when standing with eyes closed is primarily related to the vestibulocochlear nerve (cranial nerve VIII), not the trigeminal nerve.

B. The gag reflex is primarily mediated by the glossopharyngeal nerve (cranial nerve IX), not the trigeminal nerve.

C. Identifying specific scents is related to olfaction, which is primarily mediated by the olfactory nerve (cranial nerve I), not the trigeminal nerve.

D. The trigeminal nerve (cranial nerve V) innervates the muscles of mastication, and symmetrical jaw strength when biting down indicates proper functioning of this nerve.

Rationale:

A. While informing the client to contact the pharmacy is appropriate, it does not address the immediate need for understanding the medication.

B. Providing instructions to the client's parent may not respect the adolescent's autonomy and privacy regarding their healthcare.

C. Instructing the client's parents to write down the information may not involve the adolescent in the learning process or address their individual needs.

D. Asking how the client prefers to learn new information demonstrates respect for the adolescent's autonomy and preferences, facilitating effective communication and understanding.