PharmacologyPregunta 48 de 100
Digoxin is used in some heart conditions. Before giving it, the aide typically must:
a.Check the blood glucose
b.Check the apical pulse and hold if below the ordered rate (commonly 60)
c.Check the resident's weight only
d.Give it faster if the resident feels dizzy
Explicación
Digoxin slows and strengthens the heartbeat, so an apical pulse is counted for a full minute and the dose is held (per order, often if under 60) with nurse notification. Nausea, visual changes, and a slow pulse can signal digoxin toxicity.
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