In cystic fibrosis,a thick dry mucus builds up in the alveoli.Which would you expect to occur in these patients?
A) decreased rate of respiration
B) increased diffusion of carbon dioxide into capillaries from the alveoli
C) decreased blood flow to the alveoli
D) increased blood flow to the alveoli
E) decreased diffusion of oxygen into capillaries from the alveoli
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