Question

question 15 which class of drugs improves the ability to cough up mucus from the respiratory tract? a anticoagulants b corticosteroids c bronchodilators d expectorants

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Anticoagulants prevent blood clotting, not related to mucus in the respiratory tract.
• Option B: Corticosteroids reduce inflammation, not specifically for coughing up mucus.
• Option C: Bronchodilators relax airway muscles to ease breathing, not for mucus clearance.
• Option D: Expectorants are drugs that help thin and loosen mucus, improving the ability to cough it up from the respiratory tract.

Answer:

D. expectorants