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Ch. 28 Resp Sys
The Respiratory System
Question | Answer |
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Two purposes of the respiratory system are..... | - Transport of air (gases) to and from the lungs - Exchange of oxygen for carbon dioxide |
Primary function of the respiratory system is.... | ...to supply oxygen to the blood. |
Tiny air sacs of the lungs are know as ________. | alveoli |
A genetic disease in which a defective gene causes the body to produce abnormally thick and sticky mucus is known as ________. | cystic fibrosis |
Which of the following is not available as an inhaler? A. Azmacort B. Alamast C. Atrovent D. Aerobid | B. Alamast |
Mucomyst is indicated for cystic fibrosis and __________. | acetaminophen overdose |
Singulair belongs to which of the following classifications? A. nasal decongestant B. leukotriene-receptor-blocking drug C. expectorant D. antihistamine | B. leukotriene-receptor-blocking drug |
Which of the following antihistamines is also indicated for nausea and vomiting? A. azelastine B. diphenhydramine C. promethazine D. loratadine | C. promethazine |
Zyrtec is to _______as _________is to fexofenadine. | cetirizine; Allegra |
Ventolin is classified as what type of drug? | bronchodilator |
Anticholinergic drugs block__________. | acetylcholine |
Which of the following antihistamines is prescribed for ophthalmic use? A. brompheniramine B. cetirizine C. hydroxyzine D. olopatadine | D. olopatadine |