CF treatment is focused on controlling the symptoms to delay the progression of the disease and improve the quality of life the recommended daily therapy is individualized and symptom specific. to manage respiratory involvement an reduction of mucus blockage medications are supplemented with physical therapy. chest physiotherapy to promote bronchial drainage is done by placing the patient in various position and percusing the chest and back to dislodge and remove mucus. this process is repeated on a daily basis usually parents perform this process for younger children but as children grow older they can learn to do it on their own. aerosolized and inhaled agents such as bronchodilators mucolytics and decongestants are commom medications prescribed. antibiotic therapy is used for clearing the thick mucus from the lungs and to treat lungs infections. to help with digestive-system problem a diet with low fat high protien and high calories supplemented with pancreatic enzymes is necessary. daily supplements of vitamins a,d,e,and k kelp with the deficiency. in the incidence of an obstruction enemas and mucolytics as used. the recommended treatment regimen is required on a daily basis.