The nurse is providing care to a patient with congestive heart failure who is taking Digoxin (lanoxin) and bumetanide. Which of the following statements indicates teaching has been effective?
A) "I need to restrict my intake of salt and potassium while I'm on these medications."
B) "The bumetanide can increase my risk of digoxin overdose, so I should call the doctor if I have any nausea, vomiting, confusion, or muscle cramps."
C) "I need to hold both medications if the top number of my blood pressure is less than 140."
D) "These medications help my heart beat faster so I won't feel so tired all the time."

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Option A is incorrect because the patient needs to increase their intake of potassium while taking bumetanide. Option C is incorrect because holding both medications if the top number of the blood pressure is less than 140 is not appropriate for patients with congestive heart failure. Option D is incorrect because these medications slow down the heart rate, which helps in managing congestive heart failure symptoms. Therefore, option B is correct because it indicates that the patient understands the risk of digoxin overdose when taking bumetanide and knows when to seek medical attention.

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