A medication that promotes the ejection of mucus from the respiratory tract is a(n):
A) decongestant.
B) antihistamine.
C) antitussive.
D) expectorant.

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An expectorant is a medication that promotes the ejection of mucus from the respiratory tract. Decongestants and antihistamines help relieve symptoms of congestion and allergies, respectively, but do not directly promote the ejection of mucus. An antitussive is a medication that suppresses coughing, which is the opposite effect of what is required to promote the ejection of mucus.

A Medication That Promotes the Ejection of Mucus from the Respiratory