What is the rationale for prescribing a mucolytic agent to a patient?

A. To treat the effects of hypoxia.
B. To decrease inflammation of the airways.
C. To stop the patient from coughing.
D. To break up thick secretions in the airways.
E. To kill bacteria causing infection.


Answer: D

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