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What is a significant challenge faced by the individual due to cystic fibrosis?
What is a significant challenge faced by the individual due to cystic fibrosis?
How does the individual feel about being hospitalized?
How does the individual feel about being hospitalized?
What impact does cystic fibrosis have on the individual's weight?
What impact does cystic fibrosis have on the individual's weight?
What emotional support did the individual receive during a previous hospitalization?
What emotional support did the individual receive during a previous hospitalization?
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What medical procedure does the individual face at the beginning of the school year?
What medical procedure does the individual face at the beginning of the school year?
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The individual expects to be out of school for three to four weeks due to surgery.
The individual expects to be out of school for three to four weeks due to surgery.
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Cystic fibrosis primarily affects the lungs and requires the individual to take medication for digestion.
Cystic fibrosis primarily affects the lungs and requires the individual to take medication for digestion.
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The individual experiences coughing attacks every ten to twenty minutes.
The individual experiences coughing attacks every ten to twenty minutes.
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The individual has been on the transplant list for over nine months.
The individual has been on the transplant list for over nine months.
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The support from Ms. G included a visit to the hospital and bringing a signed card from the class.
The support from Ms. G included a visit to the hospital and bringing a signed card from the class.
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What mental challenges does the individual face due to frequent coughing attacks?
What mental challenges does the individual face due to frequent coughing attacks?
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How does cystic fibrosis complicate the individual's daily life beyond physical health?
How does cystic fibrosis complicate the individual's daily life beyond physical health?
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What is the individual's attitude towards the time they may miss from school?
What is the individual's attitude towards the time they may miss from school?
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What emotional effects does waiting on the transplant list create for the individual?
What emotional effects does waiting on the transplant list create for the individual?
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What role does Ms. G play in the individual's life during times of hospitalization?
What role does Ms. G play in the individual's life during times of hospitalization?
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The individual has to go to the hospital for ______ surgery.
The individual has to go to the hospital for ______ surgery.
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Cystic fibrosis is a lung disease that affects the individual's ______.
Cystic fibrosis is a lung disease that affects the individual's ______.
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To aid in digestion, the individual needs to take ______.
To aid in digestion, the individual needs to take ______.
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The individual feels scared about possibly needing ______ in the future.
The individual feels scared about possibly needing ______ in the future.
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The individual struggles with breathing due to a heart condition.
The individual struggles with breathing due to a heart condition.
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The individual often experiences coughing attacks that last around five minutes each.
The individual often experiences coughing attacks that last around five minutes each.
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Weight loss is a concern for the individual due to issues with food digestion.
Weight loss is a concern for the individual due to issues with food digestion.
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The individual has been on the transplant list for over a year.
The individual has been on the transplant list for over a year.
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The individual feels excited about missing school for an extended period.
The individual feels excited about missing school for an extended period.
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Study Notes
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and its Impact
- The author has cystic fibrosis (CF), a lung disease.
- CF causes breathing difficulties, including coughing attacks every 5-15 minutes, lasting about 5 minutes each.
- These attacks hinder concentration and cause migraines due to oxygen deprivation.
- CF affects digestion, leading to weight loss unless medication and breathing treatments are followed diligently. Missing these treatments results in severe stomach aches and weight loss.
- The author is on a lung transplant waiting list and may have only a few years to live without a transplant.
- School is a source of joy for the author, who is concerned about missing classes due to hospitalization.
- The author's teacher, Ms. G, showed significant support during a previous hospitalization, boosting morale.
Sinus Surgery and School Absence
- The author is undergoing sinus surgery, resulting in a 1-2 week absence from school.
- The author hopes the absence will not exceed two weeks.
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and its Impact
- The author has cystic fibrosis (CF), a lung disease.
- CF causes breathing difficulties, including coughing attacks every 5-15 minutes, lasting about 5 minutes each.
- These attacks hinder concentration and cause migraines due to oxygen deprivation.
- CF affects digestion, making weight gain difficult. The author needs medication and breathing treatments to manage this. Missing treatments leads to stomachaches and weight loss.
- The author is on a lung transplant list and may have only a few years to live without a transplant.
- The author is currently hospitalized for sinus surgery, expecting to miss one to two weeks of school.
- School is a source of enjoyment for the author, who is concerned about missing assignments and falling behind. The author mentions the support received from a teacher in previous hospital stays.
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and its Impact on Daily Life
- The author has cystic fibrosis (CF), a lung disease requiring frequent hospital stays.
- Current hospitalization is for sinus surgery, expected to last one to two weeks.
- CF causes difficulty breathing, with coughing attacks every 5-15 minutes, lasting 5 minutes each.
- These attacks hinder concentration and cause migraines due to oxygen deprivation.
- Difficulty digesting food leads to weight loss challenges, necessitating medication and breathing treatments.
- Missing treatments results in severe stomachaches and further weight loss.
- The author has been on the lung transplant list for over six months and may have only a few years left without a transplant.
- School is a source of joy, and the author is concerned about missing classes and assignments.
- Positive experience with a supportive teacher, Ms. G, who provided emotional support during a previous hospitalization.
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and its Impact
- The author has cystic fibrosis (CF), a lung disease affecting their breathing and requiring frequent hospitalizations.
- Breathing difficulties include coughing attacks every 5-15 minutes, lasting about 5 minutes each.
- These attacks impair concentration and cause migraines due to oxygen deprivation.
- CF impacts digestion, causing weight gain challenges and necessitating medication and breathing treatments.
- Missing treatments leads to severe stomachaches and weight loss.
- The author is on a lung transplant list, with a prognosis of only a few years left without a transplant.
- Sinus surgery necessitates a hospital stay of one to two weeks, causing school absence.
- The author expresses concern about missing schoolwork and emphasizes the importance of school in their life.
- The author highlights the supportive role of their teacher, Ms. G, who previously showed kindness during a hospital stay.
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and its Impact
- The author has cystic fibrosis (CF), a lung disease requiring frequent hospitalizations.
- CF causes difficulty breathing, with coughing attacks occurring every 5-15 minutes, each lasting about 5 minutes.
- These attacks hinder concentration and cause migraines due to oxygen deprivation.
- Digestive issues related to CF make weight gain difficult, necessitating medication and breathing treatments.
- Missing treatments results in severe stomachaches and weight loss.
- The author has been on a lung transplant list for over six months, with a prognosis of only a few years to live without a transplant.
- School is a source of joy for the author, creating concern about missing classes due to hospitalization.
- The author's teacher, Ms. G, showed exceptional support during a previous hospitalization, highlighting positive social support.
Sinus Surgery and School Absence
- The author is undergoing sinus surgery, resulting in a projected absence from school of one to two weeks.
- The author expresses worry about falling behind in schoolwork during their absence.
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Explore the challenges faced by individuals with cystic fibrosis, including frequent breathing difficulties and significant impact on school attendance. The author shares personal experiences about coping with CF and sinus surgery, highlighting the importance of support from teachers and classmates. This quiz delves into the emotional and physical toll of living with a chronic illness while pursuing education.
