Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 69%
Full-length
Prior to administering digoxin to a client with congestive heart failure, the nurse needs to assess:
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Apical pulse should be measured for 1-minute prior to digoxin administration. Digoxin decreases the heart rate. Digoxin should be withheld if apical rates are <60 bpm or >120 bpm.