Pharmacology > Cardiovascular > Digoxin Practice Question

Next-Gen NCLEX Practice Question

Clinical Scenario: A nurse assesses a 68-year-old client taking Digoxin 0.25 mg daily. The client reports loss of appetite, nausea, and seeing visual yellow-green halos. The client's apical heart rate is 52 beats/min.

Question: What is the nurse's priority initial action?

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Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An apical heart rate below 60 bpm, paired with gastrointestinal distress and visual color distortions, are hallmark indicators of Digoxin toxicity. The nurse must immediately withhold the medication to prevent life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmias and inform the healthcare provider.

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