Beyond complications associated with lung tissue, the pancreas, and sweat glands in the patient with cystic fibrosis, which complication has also been associated with cystic fibrosis?
A) Decreased fertility
B) Cardiac arrhythmias
C) Elevated blood glucose levels
D) Poor wound healing
E) Vision loss

Question

Beyond complications associated with lung tissue, the pancreas, and sweat glands in the patient with cystic fibrosis, which complication has also been associated with cystic fibrosis?​
A) ​Decreased fertility
B) ​Cardiac arrhythmias
C) ​Elevated blood glucose levels
D) ​Poor wound healing
E) ​Vision loss

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Cystic fibrosis can cause a blockage in the male reproductive system, leading to decreased fertility. It does not typically cause cardiac arrhythmias, elevated blood glucose levels, poor wound healing, or vision loss.

Beyond Complications Associated with Lung Tissue, the Pancreas, and Sweat