Question

a nurse is caring for a client who has severe asthma and allergic rhinitis. the client is taking theophylline. which of the following medications should the nurse identify as being incompatible with theophylline? a. cromolyn b. albuterol c. zafirlukast d. methylprednisolone

Explanation:

Zafirlukast can increase the serum - theophylline levels, leading to potential theophylline toxicity. There are no significant interactions of this nature between theophylline and cromolyn, albuterol, or methylprednisolone.

Answer:

C. Zafirlukast