Ch 7 Pharmacology Flashcards
1
Q
antibiotic
A
kills bacteria causing respiratory infection
2
Q
antihistamine
A
blocks the effects of histamine that has been released by the body during an allergy attack
3
Q
antitussive
A
relieves the urge to cough
4
Q
bronchodilator
A
relaxes muscle spasms in bronchial tubes. used to tx asthma
5
Q
corticosteriods
A
reduces inflammation and swelling in the respiratory tract
6
Q
decongestant
A
reduces stuffiness and congestion throughout the respiratory system
7
Q
expectorant
A
improves the ability to cough up mucus from the respiratory tract
8
Q
mucolytic
A
liquefies mucus so it is easier to cough and clear it from the respiratory tract
