The nurse is preparing to administer the first dose of digoxin (Lanoxin) to a patient and notes that the dose ordered is much higher than the usual recommended dose.Which action will the nurse perform?
A) Administer the dose as ordered.
B) Give the dose and monitor for toxicity.
C) Hold the dose until reviewing it with the provider.
D) Refuse to give the dose.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q21: A patient asks the nurse about using
Q24: The nurse is preparing to administer two
Q25: The nurse administers a narcotic analgesic to
Q25: The nurse assesses a patient who is
Q26: The nurse is caring for a patient
Q28: A patient is taking phenytoin to prevent
Q33: A patient has been taking warfarin (Coumadin),
Q33: The nurse is explaining to the patient
Q34: A patient who takes the anticoagulant warfarin
Q40: A patient who takes a drug that
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents