Cystic Fibrosis: A Report on Identifying a Special Population Group

This report focuses on Cystic Fibrosis (CF), a genetic disorder affecting the lungs and digestive system. It identifies the special population of individuals suffering from CF, which impacts over 30,000 people with 100 new cases reported annually. The report highlights the genetic basis of CF, the accumulation of mucus, and the resulting physical and psychological challenges. It emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis, appropriate care, and support to improve the quality of life and addresses the emotional and social experiences of individuals with CF, including the barriers they face in relationships. The report references sources from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and medical journals, providing a comprehensive overview of the disease's impact and management.

Running head: PROJECT 2, PART A: IDENTIFYING A SPECIAL POPULATION
PROJECT 2 PART A: IDENTIFYING A SPECIAL POPULATION
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1PROJECT 2, PART A: IDENTIFYING A SPECIAL POPULATION
Cystic fibrosis is a rare and hereditary disease that affects the lungs and digestive
system of the human body. There are over 30000 people that are suffering from it and 100
new cases are reported each year (Cff.org, 2020). The aim of the essay is to identify the
population suffering from cystic fibrosis that will help in planning to understand the
significance of this human services population in general to society.
Cystic fibrosis is a rare disorder that occurs due to gene mutation, specifically, cystic
fibrosis gene. The condition occurs soon after birth and thus, affects most individuals who are
diagnosed at the age of 3 years. The complexities associated with this disorder and varied
types of signs and symptoms, which differ from person to person, affects the diagnosis and
assessment process (Farrell et al., 2017). It causes accumulation of mucus on the body that
gradually thickens and becomes sticky. The mucus build-up causes several issues in all parts
of the body, especially the lungs and lead to infection. It affects the swallowing and digestion
of food. Thus, the patient is concerned not only physical but mentally, emotional, social and
psychologically. The average life span of patients suffering from the diseases that live to
adulthood is approximately 37 years and most of the deaths occur due to complications in the
lungs (Uofmhealth.org, 2020). The short lifespan of CF makes it one of the most significant
aspects and it is important the people with CF be provided with appropriate care and support
since diagnosis. This will help in enhancing the quality of life of these people.
A person with CR encounters a varied range of emotional and social experience from
society during coping and managing the disease with work or relation. It forms a barrier in
establishing relation due to the lack of independence and embarrassment caused by the
symptoms.

2PROJECT 2, PART A: IDENTIFYING A SPECIAL POPULATION
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