Centrally acting antitussives, such as opioids, are used to 1. ...

[nenivikky]

Centrally acting antitussives, such as opioids, are used to
 
  1. decrease nasal congestion.
  2. break down mucus.
  3. relieve severe cough.
  4. relieve mild cough.

Question 2

Oral decongestants differ from intranasal decongestants in that oral decongestants
 
  1. are more effective at relieving severe congestion.
  2. have more systemic effects.
  3. can cause rebound congestion.
  4. have high efficacy.

[nicoleclaire22]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Decongestants decrease congestion.
Rationale 2: Expectorants break down mucus.
Rationale 3: Opioids relieve severe cough.
Rationale 4: Non-opioid antitussives relieve mild cough.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Oral decongestants are less effective at relieving severe congestion.
Rationale 2: Oral decongestants can have more systemic effects.
Rationale 3: Intranasal decongestants can cause rebound congestion after more than 5 days of use.
Rationale 4: Intranasal decongestants are higher in efficacy.

[nenivikky]

Gracias!

[jordangronback]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it