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Bob-Dole

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The recommended therapeutic blood serum range of theophylline for use in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is
 
  a. 5 to 10 g/mL.
  b. 10 to 12 g/mL.
  c. 12 to 20 g/mL.
  d. >20 g/mL.

Question 2

Dosage of theophylline is best monitored by
 
  a. clinical reaction of the patient.
  b. measuring urine drug levels.
  c. monitoring for adverse drug effects.
  d. measurement of serum drug levels.



morrie123456

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D



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