A patient with a cough has been advised to use guaifenesin. The patient asks the nurse to explain the purpose of the drug. The nurse will explain that guaifenesin:
a. dries secretions to help suppress coughing so patients can rest.
b. helps stimulate the flow of secretions to increase cough productivity.
c. helps to relieve chest pain associated with a cough.
d. stimulates the body's natural immune responses.
ANS: B
Expectorants stimulate the flow of respiratory tract secretions to improve cough productivity. Guaifenesin does not dry secretions, because it does not have anticholinergic effects. Guaifenesin does not alleviate pain associated with cough. Guaifenesin does not stimulate immune responses.
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