An elderly man, in obvious respiratory distress due to exacerbation of his emphysema and chronic bronchitis to be administered by respiratory therapist, is N-acetylcysteine. Which of the following is main action or purpose of this drug?
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Block receptors for the cysteinyl leukotrienes
Inhibit metabolic inactivation of epinephrine or αΊ2-agonsits that were administered
Inhibit leukotriene synthesis
Thin airway mucus secretions for easier removal by suctioning or postural drainage
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