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AEWBW

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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

Question 2

The client is ordered to receive Mucomyst after an overdose of acetaminophen. The nurse recognizes that the most effective time for the client to receive the drug is _____ hours after the overdose.
 
  a. 8 to 12
  b. 12 to 24
  c. 24 to 36
  d. 36 to 48


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Mucomyst should be given 12 to 24 hours after an acetaminophen overdose in order to be effective.


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Wow, this really help

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