A patient is taking intravenous aminophylline for a severe exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The nurse will assess for which therapeutic response?
a. Increased sputum production
b. Increased heart rate
c. Increased respiratory rate
d. Increased ease of breathing
ANS: D
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