Cystic Fibrosis

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is an inherited disease of the secretory glands

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Cystic Fibrosis (CF)

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The cystic Fibrosis disease is characterized by

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thick mucus secretions, particularly in the pancreas and lungs, as well as electrolyte abnormalities in sweat gland secretions.

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Cystic Fibrosis is inherited from an

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autosomal recessive trait

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______________ results in the inability to transport small molecules across cell membranes, leading to dehydration of epithelial cells

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Abnormality of the long arm of chromosome 7

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For early detection during pregnancy, ________ or _________ can be performed.

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Chorionic Villi Sampling or Amniocentesis

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Females affected by Cystic Fibrosis may have

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thick cervical secretions that limit sperm motility

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Affected males may be unable to reproduce secondary to persistent plugging and blocking of the vas deferens by

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Tenacious seminal fluid

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For cystic Fibrosis situation, patients who desire to become pregnant may have options like

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*Alternative insemination
*In Vitro fertilization

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the Acinar cells of the pancreas normally produce

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*lipase
*trypsin
*amylase

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Absence of pancreatic enzymes in the duodenum results in

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inability to digest fat, protein, and some sugars.

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Bowel movements become large, bulky, and greasy

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Steatorrhea

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An increase in the intestinal flora and fat results in

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an extremely foul odor

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increased bulk of feces often leads to

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protuberant abdomen

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Fat-soluble vitamins, particularly these vitamins cannot be absorbed in the absence of fat absorption resulting in vitamin deficiency

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*Vitamin A
*Vitamin D
*Vitamin E

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Meconium in newborn is normally

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thick and tenacious

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organisms most frequently cultured in CF situations

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*Staphylococcus aureus
*Pseudomonas aeruginosa
*Haemophilus Influenzae

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__________ may occur as a result of absorption of air from alveoli behind blocked bronchioles.

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Atelectasis

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The level of chloride to sodium in perspiration is increased

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two to five time above normal

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The level of chloride to sodium in perspiration is increased two to five time above normal resulting in

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“salty” perspiration

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Cystic Fibrosis may be suspected in a newborn who fails to regain normal birth weight within

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7 to 10 days of birth

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may occur because of inadequate peripheral tissue perfusion

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Clubbed Fingers

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Clubbed fingers may occur because of

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inadequate peripheral tissue perfusion

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Respiratory Infections due to Cystic Fibrosis develop around

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4 to 6 months of age

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wheezing and rhonchi are often heard on

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chest auscultation

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detects abnormal salt concentrations

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sweat testing

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a normal concentration of sodium chloride in sweat is

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20 mEq/L

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more than _______ of sodium chloride if diagnostic of CF

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more than 60 mEq/L

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may be used to detect pancreatic enzymes and reveal the extent of pancreatic involvement

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Duodenal secretions

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the easiest pancreatic enzyme to assay

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trypsin content

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may be tested to determine the extent of Atelectasis and emphysema

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Pulmonary function

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is a collaborative process to reduce the involvement of the pancreas, lungs, and sweat glands.

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Therapeutic Management

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Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that primarily affects

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lungs and digestive enzymes (pancreas)

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CFTR

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Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator

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Individuals who inherit only one faulty gene are called as

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“carriers”

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most common in what decent?

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Caucasians of Northern Europe Descent

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digital clubbing is a sign of

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hypoxia (low oxygen levels)

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refers to the abnormal enlargement and rounding of the fingertips or toes

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Digital Clubbing

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is a sinonasal manifestation of cystic fibrosis

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Nasal Polyps

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Signs and Symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis:

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*persistent cough
*salty tasting skin
*digital clubbing
*frequent lung infections
*wheezing, or shortness of breath
*nasal polyps
*poor growth or poor weight gain

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can be generated using an ultrasonic compressor and administered via a nebulizer mask.

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nebulized mist

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can be included in the mist
to help thin and loosen secretions

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A mucolytic

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children may have such thick bronchial secretions that they are unable to cough them up, even after they have been thinned by mist or aerosol therapy, they need

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Chest Physiotherapy

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How to diagnose Cystic
Fibrosis

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*sweat testing
*duodenal analysis
*stool analysis
*pulmonary testing

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is a special procedure used to manage pancreatic insufficiency in
individuals with CF

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pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy
(PERT)

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PERT involves taking

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oral pancreatic enzyme supplements
with meals and snacks

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elevated blood pressure in the lungs,

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pulmonary hypertension.

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Bacteria line the airways in diseases that cause permanent widening of the
large airways

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bronchiectasis

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Nursing Diagnosis for Cystic Fibrosis

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*Impaired Gas Exchange related to thick respiratory secretions
* Ineffective Airway Clearance related to copious bronchial secretions as evidenced by nasal polyps
* Acute Pain related to bowel blockage
* Risk For Deficient Fluid Volume related to excessive fluid loss
* Imbalanced Nutrition related to malabsorption

Question 49

________ of the chest becomes enlarged in CF

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The anteroposterior diameter of the chest