SAFE DRUG ADMINISTRATION A client is diagnosed with HF and is started on digoxin. The client informs the nurse that he is taking a benzodiazepine for anxiety. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement? 1. Increase the dosage of digoxin. 2. Monitor for signs of digoxin toxicity. 3. Increase the dosage of benzodiazepine. 4. Monitor for signs of reduced effectiveness of digoxin.

SAFE DRUG ADMINISTRATION A client is diagnosed with HF and is started on digoxin. The client informs the nurse that he is taking a benzodiazepine for anxiety. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement? 1. Increase the dosage of digoxin. 2. Monitor for signs of digoxin toxicity. 3. Increase the dosage of benzodiazepine. 4. Monitor for signs of reduced effectiveness of digoxin.

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

6th Edition

ISBN:9781305964792

Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Publisher:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Chapter35: Calculation Of Medication Dosage And Medication Administration

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