You have been dispatched to a home for a 16-year-old female with shortness of breath. On scene you find the patient in bed with her mother at her side. Her mother states that her daughter has a fever with a past medical history of cystic fibrosis and would like to have her transported to the hospital for evaluation of possible pneumonia. As a knowledgeable EMT, you know that the underlying pathophysiology of cystic fibrosis is a:

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Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that affects the production and flow of mucus, leading to the accumulation of thick, sticky mucus in the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. In the lungs, this can lead to difficulty breathing, coughing, and susceptibility to infections such as pneumonia. Therefore, choice B is the correct answer. Choices A, C, and D are not accurate descriptions of the underlying pathophysiology of cystic fibrosis.

You Have Been Dispatched to a Home for a 16-Year-Old