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audie

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Which statement is correct regarding the contrast between oral and topical sympathomimetic agents?
 
  1. The duration of action is longer for the topical agents.
  2. Systemic effects are more problematic with oral agents.
  3. Oral agents work more rapidly.
  4. Topical agents are completely safe and therefore should be used for most patients.

Question 2

A hospitalized patient receives codeine as an antitussive. How does codeine produce the antitussive effect?
 
  1. Through suppression of respiration
  2. Through elevation of the cough threshold
  3. Through reduction of pain
  4. Through central nervous system depression



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audie

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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