The type of cough that brings up fluid or mucus from the lungs is called a(n):
A. nonproductive cough
B. expelled cough
C. dry cough
D. productive cough
d
Rationale: A productive cough brings up fluid or mucus from the lungs. A nonproductive cough is a sudden ejection of air from the lungs and through the mouth that does not expel (produce) mucus or fluid from the throat or lungs.
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a. Dermatitis herpetiformis b. Herpetiform aphthae c. Herpes whitlow d. Herpangina e. Herpes zoster
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1. X-rays 2. Alpha particles 3. Gamma rays a. 1 only b. 2 only c. 1 and 3 only d. 2 and 3 only
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A. gloves, mask, and gown. B. gloves, mask, gown, and eye protection. C. mask, gown, and thorough handwashing. D. eye protection, gloves, and a HEPA respirator.