Harry suffers from cystic fibrosis and frequently has periods where he can hardly breathe. The problem is the result of

A) constriction of the trachea.
B) laryngospasms that occur in response to a toxic substance produced by the epithelial cells.
C) inflammation of the bronchi.
D) collapse of one or both lungs.
E) thick secretions that exceed the ability of the mucus elevator to transport them.


E) thick secretions that exceed the ability of the mucus elevator to transport them.

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