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feeling well is seen in a clinic. The client is taking several medications for the control of heart disease and hypertension. These medications include a beta blocker, digoxin, and a diuretic. A tentative diagnosis of digoxin toxicity is made. Which assessment data supports this diagnosis? A client is being treated for heart failure and is receiving digoxin. The client's vital signs are BP 85/50 mm Hg, pulse 96 beats per minute, respirations 26 breaths per minute. To evaluate therapeutic effectiveness of this medication, the nurse should expect which change in the client's vital signs? Sets with similar termsWhat are the therapeutic effects of digoxin?Treating an irregular heartbeat can also improve your ability to exercise. Digoxin belongs to a class of medications called cardiac glycosides. It works by affecting certain minerals (sodium and potassium) inside heart cells. This reduces strain on the heart and helps it maintain a normal, steady, and strong heartbeat.
Which therapeutic effect does the nurse expect in a client taking digoxin?Therapeutic Effect(s):
Increased cardiac output (positive inotropic effect) and slowing of the heart rate (negative chronotropic effect).
What are the therapeutic actions and indications for digoxin?Digoxin is indicated in the following conditions: 1) For the treatment of mild to moderate heart failure in adult patients. 2) To increase myocardial contraction in children diagnosed with heart failure. 3) To maintain control ventricular rate in adult patients diagnosed with chronic atrial fibrillation.
What is the most common side effect of digoxin?have a fast heart rate (palpitations), shortness of breath, feel dizzy or lightheaded and are sweating.
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Digoxin is prescribed for a client, which therapeutic effect of digoxin would the nurse expect
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