Which term means "to inhale fluid or a foreign object into the airways"?

a. purulent
b. aspirate
c. rales
d. asphyxiate


b
Explanation:
a. purulent: means "containing pus"
b. aspirate: correct
c. rales: are abnormal crackling sounds made during inhalation
d. asphyxiate: to experience lack of oxygen that can lead to unconsciousness and death if not corrected immediately

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