During the Advanced Stages of Cystic Fibrosis, the Anatomic Alterations

question 11

Multiple Choice

During the advanced stages of cystic fibrosis, the anatomic alterations cause the patient to have:

• A) a primarily restrictive lung disease.
• B) a primarily obstructive lung disease.
• C) equal parts restrictive and obstructive lung disease.
• D) normal airways with emphysema.

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Definitions:

Pruritus

An uncomfortable, irritating sensation that leads to the desire to scratch, commonly referred to as itchiness.

Mastoiditis

An infection of the mastoid bone in the skull, typically resulting from untreated or inadequately treated middle ear infections.

Labyrinthitis

An inner ear disorder that causes inflammation of the inner ear labyrinth, leading to vertigo, hearing loss, and balance issues.

Refractive Disorders

Vision problems caused by the inability of the eye to bend light correctly, resulting in blurred vision, and including conditions such as myopia and hyperopia.