Ch 20: Cystic Fibrosis

Question 1

A genetic disorder that affects the respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems

Answer 1

Cystic Fibrosis

Question 2

Characteristics of CF include:

Answer 2

• Excessive viscid mucus leading to obstruction of passageways (such as pancreatic and bile ducts, intestines, and bronchi)
• Increased sodium and chloride contents of sweat

Question 3

CF is caused by:

Answer 3

Genetic mutation on chromosome 7

Question 4

CF implications on GI tract:

Answer 4

• Liver disease
• Endocrine pancreatic insufficiency
• Gallbladder disease

Question 5

What is the most important consideration before testing a patient with CF?

Answer 5

Determining the subject’s level of pulmonary disease

Question 6

For exercise testing, activities must be ____ to allow for oxygen tanks when necessary

Answer 6

Modified

Question 7

Goals of an exercise program for CF individuals:

Answer 7

• Enhancing physical fitness
• Reducing the severity or recurrence of disease
• Ensuring safe and enjoyable participation

Question 8

Special exercise considerations with those of the following:

Answer 8

• CF-related diabetes
• Exercise-induced asthma
• Liver disease

Question 9

IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER:

Answer 9

People with CF benefit from exercise training programs

Question 10

IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER:

Answer 10

Improvements in quality of life and sense of well-being have been well documented and may outweigh the physiologic benefits of exercise in some cases