The nurse reviewing the electrocardiograms of assigned clients realizes that which rhythm would not be amenable to treatment with digoxin (Lanoxin)?

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Digoxin (Lanoxin) is not indicated in the treatment of premature ventricular contractions as it acts on cardiac muscle cells to increase the force of contraction and slow the heart rate, but does not affect the electrical activity of the heart. Premature ventricular contractions are caused by abnormal electrical activity within the ventricles, which digoxin cannot address. Digoxin is commonly used to treat atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and paroxysmal atrial tachycardia.

The Nurse Reviewing the Electrocardiograms of Assigned Clients Realizes That