Alex has developed a severe cough. He visits Dr. Harrison's clinic for a checkup. After a thorough examination, Dr. Harrison instructs him to take a certain opioid drug for its good antitussive activity. Which of the following drugs has Dr. Harrison most likely prescribed?
A. Heroin
B. Loperamide
C. Alfentanil
D. Codeine
Answer: D
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Which heart problem is responsible for an early systolic murmur?
1) Pericarditis 2) Turbulent venous flow 3) Ventricular septal defect (VSD) 4) Myocardial infarction (MI)
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.