The nurse is reviewing the laboratory values for a client ...

[burchfield96]

The nurse is reviewing the laboratory values for a client prescribed theophylline (Theo-Dur). Which of the following would indicate a therapeutic level of this medication?
 
  1. 2.0 mcg/mL
  2. 5.0 mcg/mL
  3. 15 mcg/mL
  4. 25 mcg/mL

Question 2

Which of the following nursing interventions would be appropriate after a wound evisceration?
 
  1. Place the client in high-Fowler's position.
  2. Give the client fluids to prevent shock.
  3. Push the organs back inside and tape up the wound.
  4. Apply a sterile saline-soaked dressing and cover.

[manuelcastillo]

Answer to Question 1

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When administering theophylline, the nurse must obtain serum blood levels which have a therapeutic range of 10 to 20 mcg/mL. The levels of 2.0 mcg/mL and 5.0 mcg/mL are considered subtherapeutic. The value of 25 mcg/mL is considered toxic.

Answer to Question 2

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The nurse is to cover the wound with a sterile saline-soaked dressing and maintain it until the client is taken to surgery. High-Fowler's position will not help with wound evisceration. Providing fluids would be contraindicated since the client will be returning to surgery. The nurse should not manipulate the exposed organs.