A Client Who Is Diagnosed with Heart Failure Is Prescribed

question 69

Multiple Choice

A client who is diagnosed with heart failure is prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin) . Prior to discharge, what will the teaching plan of the nurse include?

• A) "If you miss a dose, take two doses."
• B) "Report mental changes such as euphoria."
• C) "Stop the medication if your pulse is 56."
• D) "Report a weight gain of two or more pounds per day."

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