A client's serum theophylline level is 28 mcg/mL. The nurse should:
a. plan to administer the next dose of theophylline.
b. call the lab and have the theophylline level repeated.
c. hold the next dose of theophylline in six hours.
d. report the theophylline level to the health care provider.
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing action.
B Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing action.
C Incorrect: Although appropriate, it is not the first action of the nurse.
D Correct: The normal theophylline level is 10-20 mcg/mL so the client's level indicates possible toxicity, so the health care provider should be notified.
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