Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client with heart failure (HF) and preparing to give a daily dose of Digoxin (Lanoxin). The nurse understands the rationale for giving this medication for HF is which of the following?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Digoxin, a positive inotrope, increases cardiac contractility, improving output in heart failure.