The nurse plans discharge teaching for a patient with chronic heart failure who has prescriptions for digoxin (Lanoxin)and hydrochlorothiazide. Appropriate instructions for the patient include

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Nausea is an indication of digoxin toxicity and should be reported so that the provider can assess the patient for toxicity and adjust the digoxin dose,if necessary. The patient will need to include potassium-containing foods in the diet to avoid hypokalemia. Patients should be taught to check their pulse daily before taking the digoxin and if the pulse is less than 60 beats/min,to call their provider before taking the digoxin. Diuretics should be taken early in the day to avoid sleep disruption.

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