To promote elimination of theophylline from the client's system, the client's diet should emphasize high _____ and low _____
a. fat; carbohydrate
b. carbohydrate; fat
c. fiber; protein
d. protein; carbohydrate
ANS: D
Advise client that a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet increases theophylline elimination. Conversely, a low-protein, high-carbohydrate diet prolongs the half-life; the dosage may need adjustment.
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