Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
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A 14-month-old is receiving Digoxin (Lanoxin) and Lasix (Furosemide) twice a day. In planning his care, the nurse should assess for which complication?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Furosemide is a loop diuretic that can cause hypokalemia, which is dangerous in clients taking digoxin, as it increases digoxin toxicity risk.