Some Over-The-Counter Medicines Should Not Be Given to Very Young

question 20

Multiple Choice

Some over-the-counter medicines should not be given to very young children. For example, cold medicines contain decongestants and antihistamines. These substances raise blood pressure and heart rate. If an overdose should occur in a young child, the result can be fatal.

• A) Argument; conclusion: Some over-the-counter medicines ... very young children.
• B) Argument; conclusion: These substances raise blood pressure and heart rate.
• C) Argument; conclusion: If an overdose ... the result can be fatal.
• D) Argument; conclusion: Cold medicines contain decongestants and antihistamines.
• E) Nonargument.

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