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Lab results indicate that the client's serum aminophylline level is 17 mcg/mL. The nurse recognizes that the aminophylline level is:
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The therapeutic range for aminophylline is typically 10-20 mcg/mL. A level of 17 mcg/mL is within this range, so no action is needed. Answer B is incorrect as the level is not too high. Answer C is unnecessary as the level is clearly therapeutic. Answer D is incorrect as the level is not too low.