Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Full-length
Passage / Scenario
A client with an irregular pulse rate of 81 and a potassium level of 3.0 mEq/L has digoxin (Lanoxin) ordered.Which of the following actions if taken by the nurse is BEST?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Strategy: The topic of the question is unstated. (1) although the pulse is normal, level of potassium must be considered (2) notify physician about low potassium (3) correct-hypokalemia can precipitate digoxin toxicity; physician should be called to obtain order for potassium supplement (4) notify physician about the potassium level