5 Questions
What is the purpose of cough?
To remove secretions or foreign material from the airways
Which duration defines acute cough?
3 weeks or less
What does clear or whitish sputum indicate?
Mucoid sputum
What are classical symptoms of tuberculosis?
Chronic cough and associated fever
What should be done for cases with a family history of eczema, asthma, hay fever?
Further investigations
Test your knowledge about coughs and their association with upper respiratory tract infections. This quiz covers the causes of coughs, their purpose, and the relationship between coughing and respiratory infections.
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