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Antitussive Medications Quiz

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary clinical purpose of antitussive medications?

To enhance mucus clearance

To suppress non-productive coughs

To treat airway inflammation

To relieve bronchoconstriction

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the brain is targeted by central-acting antitussives?

Cerebellum

Medullary cough center

Hypothalamus

Cerebral cortex

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which antitussive is an opioid that acts on µ-opioid receptors?

Dextromethorphan

Benzonatate

Codeine

Butamirate

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the mechanism of action of dextromethorphan?

Numbs lung stretch receptors

Antagonizes NMDA receptors

Activates µ-opioid receptors

Soothes throat irritation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which antitussive is classified as a peripheral-acting local anesthetic?

Hydrocodone

Benzonatate

Noscapine

Honey

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a soothing agent used as an antitussive?

Codeine

Lozenges

Butamirate

Ipratropium

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common side effect of opioid antitussives like hydrocodone?

Hallucinations

Respiratory depression

Increased mucus production

Airway inflammation

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