Which of the Following Conditions or Substances Slow Down the Mucociliary

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following conditions or substances slow down the mucociliary transport and are associated with airway damage?
1) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and cystic fibrosis (CF)
2) Mechanical ventilation
3) Narcotics
4) Cigarette smoke
5) Hyperoxia

• A)1,2,and 5 only
• B)2,3,and 5 only
• C)1,3,4,and 5 only
• D)1,2,3,4,and 5

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