The Major Pathologic or Structural Changes Associated with Cystic Fibrosis

question 7

Multiple Choice

The major pathologic or structural changes associated with cystic fibrosis include:
1) partial airway obstruction leading to hyperinflation.
2) bronchospasm.
3) thick, tenacious mucus.
4) total airway obstruction leading to atelectasis.

• A) 1, 2
• B) 3, 4
• C) 1, 3, 4
• D) 1, 2, 3, 4

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Sex Chromosome

A type of chromosome involved in determining the genetic sex of an organism, typically represented as XY for males and XX for females in humans.

Males

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Females

Individuals of the sex that typically has XX chromosomes, capable of bearing offspring or producing eggs.

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