A nurse evaluates an asthmatic patient who has developed tachycardia and dysrhythmias. Which laboratory result would confirm that these signs are the result of theophylline toxicity?
a. A serum theophylline level below 10 mcg/mL
b. A serum theophylline level above 25 mcg/mL
c. A serum theophylline level between 12 and 15 mcg/mL
d. A serum theophylline level above 1 mcg/mL
b
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A value statement of the principles and beliefs that direct an organization's behavior is called a:
a. mission statement c. purpose b. philosophy d. strategic plan
A pregnant client is diagnosed with chlamydia. The nurse should ask if the client has an allergy to:
1. Doxycycline. 2. Azithromycin. 3. Penicillin. 4. Erythromycin.
A patient is suspected as having sprue. What diet teaching does this patient need?
1. Avoid high-protein foods. 2. A vegetarian diet is the best treatment for this condition. 3. Gluten products must be eliminated from the diet. 4. All whey products must be eliminated from the diet.