A Patient with Heart Failure Is Prescribed Digoxin (Lanoxin)

question 36

Multiple Choice

A patient with heart failure is prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin) .The patient reports nausea,blurry vision,and feeling like the heart is skipping beats.What is the nurse's best action?

• A) Administer the scheduled dose because it will correct these side effects.
• B) Assess the patient's heart rate and then administer the scheduled dose.
• C) Hold the dose and notify the prescriber immediately.
• D) Place the patient on complete bed rest.

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