A patient taking theophylline for his persistent asthma calls the office with a complaint of nausea, vomiting, and headache. The best advice for him would be to:
A) Reassure him this is probably a viral infection and he should be better soon.
B) Have him seen the same day for an assessment and theophylline level testing.
C) Schedule him for an appointment in two to three days, which he can cancel if he feels better.
D) Order a theophylline level at the laboratory for him.
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