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A client complaining of not
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) Dyspnea, Edema, and Palpitations
B) Chest Pain, Hypotension, and Paresthesia
C) Double Vision, Loss of Appetite, and Nausea
D) Constipation, Dry Mouth, and Sleep Disorder
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?
A) BP 85/50 mm Hg, pulse 60 beats per minute, respirations 26 breaths per minute
B) BP 98/60 mm Hg, pulse 80 beats per minute, respirations24 breaths per minute
C) BP
130/70 mm Hg, pulse 104 beats per minute, respirations 20 breaths per minute
D) BP 110/40 mm Hg, pulse 110 beats per minute, respirations 20 breaths per minute