A patient diagnosed with heart failure is receiving digoxin (Lanoxin) and furosemide (Lasix). During the morning rounds, the patient complains of nausea and yellow vision. Which of the following nursing actions is a priority?

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The priority action by the nurse is to check the serum digoxin level. The nurse should be able to check the morning results of the digoxin level of the patient. The complaints of the patient are similar to digitalis toxicity. The digoxin must be withheld until the level is known.

A Patient Diagnosed with Heart Failure Is Receiving Digoxin (Lanoxin)