The nurse is caring for a patient who will receive 10% calcium gluconate to treat a serum potassium level of 5.9 mEq/L. The nurse performs a drug history prior to beginning the infusion. Which drug taken by the patient would cause concern?

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Digitalis can increase the risk of cardiac dysrhythmias when given with calcium gluconate, so the nurse should notify the healthcare provider and monitor the patient closely during the infusion. Hydrochlorothiazide, hydrocortisone, and vitamin D do not interact with calcium gluconate in a way that would cause concern.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Will Receive