The nurse is caring for a child with congestive heart failure (CHF) . The nurse provides instructions to the mother regarding the procedure for administration of the prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin) . Which of the following statements, if made by the mother, indicates a need for further education?
A) "I can mix the medication with food."
B) "If more than one dose is missed, I need to call the physician."
C) "I need to take the child's pulse before administering the medication."
D) "If the child vomits after being given the medication, I should not repeat the dose."
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