Cystic Fibrosis Inpatient Care Quiz

Test your knowledge on cystic fibrosis, its symptoms, treatments, complications, and more with this pulmonology quiz.

#1

Which organ is primarily affected by cystic fibrosis?

Heart
Liver
Lungs
Kidneys
#2

What is the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis?

Bacterial infection
Viral infection
Genetic mutation
Environmental factors
#3

What percentage of cystic fibrosis cases are diagnosed by age 2 in the United States?

50%
70%
90%
100%
#4

Which of the following is a potential complication of cystic fibrosis-related diabetes?

Hypoglycemia
Hyperglycemia
Hypotension
Heart failure
#5

Which vitamin absorption is commonly impaired in individuals with cystic fibrosis?

Vitamin A
Vitamin B12
Vitamin D
Vitamin K
#6

What is the primary method for managing malnutrition in cystic fibrosis patients?

Intravenous feeding
High-calorie diet
Fasting
Low-protein diet
#7

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of cystic fibrosis?

Persistent coughing
Salty-tasting skin
Frequent nosebleeds
Poor growth or weight gain
#8

What is the most common test used to diagnose cystic fibrosis?

Blood test
X-ray
Sweat test
MRI
#9

What is the average life expectancy for individuals with cystic fibrosis?

20-30 years
30-40 years
40-50 years
50-60 years
#10

Which of the following is a common complication of cystic fibrosis?

Type 1 diabetes
Rheumatoid arthritis
Hypertension
Gastrointestinal obstruction
#11

Which of the following is a genetic mutation associated with cystic fibrosis?

BRCA1
CFTR
EGFR
TP53
#12

What is the main function of the CFTR protein in the body?

Regulation of blood pressure
Digestion of proteins
Control of sweat production
Transport of chloride ions
#13

Which of the following is a common pathogen that infects the lungs of cystic fibrosis patients?

Streptococcus
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Escherichia coli
#14

What is the role of hypertonic saline in the management of cystic fibrosis?

To dilate airways
To thin mucus
To reduce inflammation
To prevent infection
#15

What is the main cause of infertility in males with cystic fibrosis?

Testicular torsion
Blockage of the vas deferens
Hypogonadism
Erectile dysfunction
#16

Which of the following is a potential complication of cystic fibrosis-related liver disease?

Jaundice
Hypertension
Osteoporosis
Atherosclerosis
#17

Which of the following treatments is NOT commonly used in cystic fibrosis care?

Bronchodilators
Antibiotics
Insulin therapy
Pancreatic enzyme replacement
#18

What is the recommended frequency for pulmonary function tests in cystic fibrosis patients?

Every 6 months
Once a year
Every 3 months
Every month
#19

Which of the following is a potential complication of long-term antibiotic therapy in cystic fibrosis?

Nephrotoxicity
Liver failure
Ototoxicity
Hypoglycemia
#20

Which of the following respiratory therapies is specifically aimed at loosening mucus in cystic fibrosis patients?

Percussion and postural drainage
Oxygen therapy
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)
Mechanical ventilation
#21

What is the gold standard treatment for pancreatic insufficiency in cystic fibrosis?

Pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy
Insulin injections
Surgery
Corticosteroids
#22

Which of the following organs is NOT affected by cystic fibrosis?

Pancreas
Spleen
Liver
Intestines
#23

What is the primary cause of death in individuals with cystic fibrosis?

Respiratory failure
Liver failure
Heart failure
Kidney failure
#24

What is the primary mode of transmission of cystic fibrosis?

Airborne droplets
Direct contact
Sexual contact
Genetic inheritance
#25

Which of the following imaging techniques is commonly used to assess lung function in cystic fibrosis?

CT scan
Ultrasound
MRI
X-ray

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