Medications capable of dissolving or promoting the liquefying of mucus in the lungs are known as mucolytics or:
A) atelectics
B) cough suppressants
C) expectorants
D) antitussives
C) expectorants
Expectorants or mucolytics are medications that are capable of dissolving or promoting the liquefying of mucus in the lungs and facilitate the elimination of mucus through coughing.
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