Cystic Fibrosis Crossword Puzzle

QUESTIONS LIST:

• huffing : more controlled and less exhausting alternative to coughing
• cftr : cf stems from a mutation of the _ gene
• sweat test : most effective for a cf diagnosis
• percussion : clapping or pounding of the chest
• high: _ fat and protein diet
• infection : pts with cf have an increased risk of _
• cough suppressant : medication to avoid in cf pt's
• pancrealipase : enzyme sprinkled on food for cf pt's
• mucolytics : medication use to break up thick mucus secretions in the airways
• chloride : cf pts have dysfunction of this electrolyte
• reproductive: respiratory, gastrointestinal, and _ systems are affected by cf
• amniocentesis : obtaining amniotic fluid for genetic testing
• tripod position : position that indicates difficulty breathing
• salt: intake of _ should be increased in hot months and during vigorous exercise