Cystic fibrosis patients can have:
1) malnutrition.
2) a meconium ileus (bowel obstruction).
3) excessive, viscous pulmonary secretions.
4) a tendency for status asthmaticus.

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Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that affects the exocrine glands, leading to the production of thick, sticky mucus. This can cause malnutrition due to malabsorption in the digestive system, meconium ileus (a type of bowel obstruction) in newborns, and excessive, viscous pulmonary secretions that can lead to respiratory complications. While it can cause respiratory issues, status asthmaticus (a severe, life-threatening asthma attack) is not specifically associated with cystic fibrosis, making options 1, 2, and 3 correct.

Cystic Fibrosis Patients Can Have