Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Flashcards
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Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
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autosomal recessive, multisystem disease characterized by altered function of the exocrine glands of the lungs, pancreas, and sweat glands
Abnormally thick, abundant secretions from mucous glands lead to a chronic, diffuse, obstructive pulmonary disorder in almost all clients.
Sweat glands excrete increased amounts of sodium and chloride.
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Pneumothorax
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collapsed lung
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Hemoptysis
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is the spitting of blood that originated in the lungs or bronchial tubes
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Pseudomonas
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a common genus of bacteria, which can create infections in the body under certain circumstances
