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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which of the following conditions would an expectorant drug such as guaifenesin treat effec-tively?
 
  a. Acute bronchitis
  b. Asthma
  c. Smoker's cough
  d. Emphysema

Question 2

A younger patient with cystic fibrosis has a new drug order for dornase alpha (Pulmozyme). The health care provider should choose which route of administration for this medication?
 
  a. Oral
  b. Subcutaneous
  c. Inhalation via nebulizer
  d. Rectal


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Tabitha_2016

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Expectorants such as guaifenesin are most effective in managing symptoms associated with upper respiratory infections such as bronchitis, pharyngitis, and a number of others.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Dornase alpha is an expectorant drug that is used to reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and improve pulmonary function in patients with cystic fibrosis. It is administered once daily via aerosol mist using a compressed air nebulizer.


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Gracias!

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