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imowrer

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Which of the following conditions is most likely to cause a dry, nonproductive cough?
 
  a. Chronic bronchitis
  b. Cystic fibrosis
  c. Pulmonary fibrosis
  d. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Question 2

What term is used to describe sputum that has pus in it?
 
  a. Fetid
  b. Mucoid
  c. Purulent
  d. Tenacious



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
For example, a dry, nonproductive cough is typical for restrictive lung diseases such as conges-tive heart failure or pulmonary fibrosis.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Sputum that contains pus cells is said to be purulent, suggesting a bacterial infection.




imowrer

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

 

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