The client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has had a sample for a serum theophylline level drawn as part of routine follow-up care. Which of the following results would lead the nurse to conclude that the client has most likely been compliant with medication therapy?

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The therapeutic range for serum theophylline levels is typically between 10-20 mcg/mL. A level of 14 mcg/mL falls within this range, indicating likely compliance with medication therapy.

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