Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client with a new prescription for digoxin for one week. The client reported having blurred vision, vomiting, and weight loss of 4 pounds in one week. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate to give to the client based on the presenting symptoms?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Correct Answer: A: Digoxin immune fab (Digibind).
Rationale:
1. Symptoms of blurred vision, vomiting, and significant weight loss are indicative of digoxin toxicity.
2. Digoxin immune fab (Digibind) is the antidote for digoxin toxicity.
3. Administering Digibind will help bind and neutralize the excess digoxin in the client's system, reversing toxicity.
Summary of Incorrect Choices:
B: Acetaminophen - Not indicated for digoxin toxicity.
C: Warfarin - Anticoagulant, not relevant to digoxin toxicity.
D: Insulin - Used for diabetes management, not for digoxin toxicity.
Rationale:
1. Symptoms of blurred vision, vomiting, and significant weight loss are indicative of digoxin toxicity.
2. Digoxin immune fab (Digibind) is the antidote for digoxin toxicity.
3. Administering Digibind will help bind and neutralize the excess digoxin in the client's system, reversing toxicity.
Summary of Incorrect Choices:
B: Acetaminophen - Not indicated for digoxin toxicity.
C: Warfarin - Anticoagulant, not relevant to digoxin toxicity.
D: Insulin - Used for diabetes management, not for digoxin toxicity.