Systemic corticosteroids can affect many metabolic processes. Which of the following effects of prednisone is regarded as therapeutic when prescribed for patients with pemphigus vulgaris and mucous membrane pemphigoid?

Increased resistance to blood flow through the pulmonary vasculature often leads to which of the following?

A) Right-sided heart failure B) Pulmonary embolism C) Spontaneous pneumothorax D) Atelectasis

A patient with abdominal muscle weakness is having difficulty developing an effective cough. Which of the following phases of the cough reflex are primarily affected in this patient?

1. Irritation 2. Inspiration 3. Compression 4. Expulsion a. 1, 2, and 3 only b. 2 and 4 only c. 2, 3, and 4 only d. 3 and 4 only