Asthma
The preferred initial anti-inflammatory for patients with persistent asthma is
What is inhaled corticosteroids?
What is the most common gene defect in patients with CF?
What is F508del?
This describes the "stretchiness" of the respiratory system, calculated as change in volume for given change in pressure
What is compliance?
The first inhaled medication to address the basic defect in cystic fibrosis is also one of the least expensive
What is hypertonic saline?
Neonates with cystic fibrosis may present with this type of bowel obstruction
What is meconium ileus?
CF was first described in 1938 by this NY pathologist
Who is Dorothy Anderson
Restless leg syndrome is associated with this deficiency?
What is iron deficiency?
What non-pulmonary condition is associated with Congenital Central Hypoventilation Syndrome?
What is Hirschprungs Disease?