During the advanced stages of cystic fibrosis, the anatomic alterations cause the patient to have:
a. a primarily restrictive lung disease.
b. a primarily obstructive lung disease.
c. equal parts restrictive and obstructive lung disease.
d. normal airways with emphysema.
B
Patients with advanced cystic fibrosis primarily have obstructive lung disease changes. Restrictive changes play a minor role.
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