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5. Like a patient has been receiving an aminophylline (xanthine derivative) infusion for 24 hours. The nurse will assess for which adverse effect when assessing the patient during the infusion?
a) CNS depression
b) Sinus tachycardia
c) Increased appetite
d) Temporary urinary retention.
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