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Cystic fibrosis

The main characters in the novel are afflicted with this disease, which causes respiratory problems.

B. cepacia

One of the main characters is infected with this antibiotic-resistant infection. Developing this infection prohibits one from getting a lung transplant.

Saint Grace's Hospital

This location is the main setting of the novel. It is where the main characters go for treatment.

Cevaflomalin

One of the main characters is a participant in a trial for this experimental drug.

Patches

This is the name given to the protagonist's stuffed panda. This beloved object is always with her.

Pool cue

The protagonist uses this object to illustrate five feet of space.

Truffles

This object is used by the protagonist's friend to improve his hospital food. When the two get in an argument, it is given to the protagonist by way of apology.

AffloVest

The main characters must wear this equipment as...

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