A Patient Is Taking Digoxin [Lanoxin] and Develops a Dysrhythmia

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient is taking digoxin [Lanoxin] and develops a dysrhythmia. The nurse reports this finding to the prescriber, who will most likely order what?

• A) Amiodarone
• B) Diltiazem
• C) Phenytoin [Dilantin]
• D) Quinidine
• E) Serum electrolytes

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