An Older Patient Is Currently Taking Furosemide and Digoxin

question 13

Multiple Choice

An older patient is currently taking furosemide and digoxin. Which laboratory value should be of concern to the nurse?

• A) Digoxin level 1.0 mg/mL
• B) Sodium level 140 mEq/L
• C) Potassium level 2.5 mEq/L
• D) Potassium level 4.0 mEq/L

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