Growing up With Cystic Fibrosis

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WELCOME[edit | edit source]

Introduction[edit | edit source]

Welcome to our information page for all people caring for individuals living with cystic fibrosis.

Our Mission: Advancing the knowledge and participation among all readers to be well informed to assist individuals living with cystic fibrosis.

Our Vision: Readers will be confident....

Learning Outcomes[edit | edit source]

After exploring this wiki page, the reader should be able to

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF CYSTIC FIBROSIS[edit | edit source]

Check Point: Try these self-assessment questions below[edit | edit source]

EMOTIONAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT[edit | edit source]

Check Point: Try these self-assessment questions below[edit | edit source]

PHYSIOTHERAPY TREATMENTS[edit | edit source]

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EXERCISE[edit | edit source]

Physical activity is...

Exercise is...

It is important to understand that being physically active does not always mean that you are exercising. We encourage you to make a conscious effort to engage in planned activities regularly to become an exerciser!

Benefits and Risks[edit | edit source]

Evidence[edit | edit source]

Exercise Prescription[edit | edit source]

Check Point: Try these self-assessment questions below[edit | edit source]

EMERGING RESEARCH[edit | edit source]

SELF-MANAGEMENT[edit | edit source]

ACADEMIC INSTITUTION INVOLVEMENT[edit | edit source]

TRANSITION FROM PAEDIATRIC TO ADULT CARE[edit | edit source]

CONCLUSION[edit | edit source]

Planning for the Future[edit | edit source]

Recent Related Research (from Pubmed)[edit | edit source]

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