Do not change brands especially of extended release forms. Monitor theophylline level carefully. Absence of adventitious breath sounds 3. ABG's within normal limits 4. Respiratory rate 12 - 20 breaths per minute 5.
Client reports ease of breathing.
To prevent bronchospasms and bronchial asthmatic attacks. Nursing Management a. Assessment 1. Determine if pt. Used for prevention only 2. If using a bronchodilator, i t should be used 15 minutes before cromolyn or nedocromil c. Education 1.