A nurse is assessing a client who has started taking theophylline. Which of the following client findings should indicate to the nurse that the medication is effective?
Increased blood pressure
Decreased wheezing
Decreased urine output
Increased level of consciousness
The Correct Answer is B
- Theophylline is used in the management of asthma and COPD which present with wheezing and respiratory distress. COPD is characterized by chronic inflammation of the airway and increased mucus secretion leading to obstruction of airflow. Theophylline stimulates the respiratory centers to increase ventilation.
A- No effect on blood pressure C- increases urine output
D-Theophylline is a CNS stimulant
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Explanation
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B, C, D- No interactions with nitroglycerin
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
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