The following statements are true of codeine used as an antitussive EXCEPT

a. May depress respirations c. May be addictive
b. Useful with COPD d. Controlled substance


b

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____________________ is the drying of the surfaces of the eye, including the conjunctiva.?

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A/An ____________________ is a painful condition caused by the muscle tearing away from the shin bone

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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An inflammation of the middle ear that is of sudden onset is called

A. otitis media. B. bilateral otitis. C. chronic tinnitus. D. otitis externa. E. acute otitis media.

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