Question

question 16 (2.5 points)
metered dose inhalers contain _____.

expectorants
antibiotics
antitussives
corticosteroids

question 17 (2.5 points)
exposure to aflatoxins may cause _____.

hepatocellular carcinoma
pancreatic cancer
barretts esophagus
crohns disease

question 18 (2.5 points)
a small, finger - like structure attached to the surface of the cecum is the _____.

ileum
haustra
appendix
pancreas

Explanation:

Question 16

Metered dose inhalers are commonly used for respiratory conditions. Corticosteroids are a type of medication often found in inhalers to reduce inflammation in the airways. Expectorants help loosen mucus, antibiotics fight infections, and antitussives suppress coughs, but inhalers typically contain corticosteroids for asthma/COPD management.

Aflatoxins are toxic compounds produced by certain fungi. Chronic exposure to aflatoxins is strongly associated with hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer). Pancreatic cancer, Barrett’s esophagus, and Crohn’s disease have different etiologies not linked to aflatoxins.

The cecum is part of the large intestine. The appendix is a small, finger - like structure attached to the cecum. The ileum is part of the small intestine, haustra are pouches in the large intestine, and the pancreas is a separate organ involved in digestion and hormone production.

Answer:

D. corticosteroids

Question 17