A Patient Has Recently Started on Digoxin (Lanoxin)in Addition to Furosemide

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient has recently started on digoxin (Lanoxin) in addition to furosemide (Lasix) and captopril (Capoten) for the management of heart failure.Which assessment finding by the home health nurse is a priority to communicate to the health care provider?

• A) Presence of 1 to 2+ edema in the feet and ankles
• B) Palpable liver edge 2 cm below the ribs on the right side
• C) Serum potassium level 3.0 mEq/L after 1 week of therapy
• D) Weight increase from 120 pounds to 122 pounds over 3 days

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