The Asthmatic Child Who Has Been Taking Theophylline Complains of Stomachache

question 1

Multiple Choice

The asthmatic child who has been taking theophylline complains of stomachache and tachycardia and is sweating profusely.The nurse recognizes these symptoms as:

• A) severe asthma attack.
• B) allergic response to theophylline.
• C) onset of bronchitis.
• D) drug toxicity.

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Stimulus

A stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without any prior learning.

Conditioned Stimulus

A previously neutral stimulus that, after being associated with an unconditioned stimulus, evokes a conditioned response.

Unconditioned Stimulus

An automatic and naturally occurring stimulus that elicits a response without the need for prior learning.

Conditioned Response

A conditioned response is a reaction to a formerly neutral stimulus that, through conditioning, has become linked to an unconditioned stimulus.