A Nurse Is Preparing to Administer Digoxin [Lanoxin] to a Patient

A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin [Lanoxin] to a patient. The patient's heart rate is 62 beats/min, and the blood pressure is 120/60 mm Hg. The last serum electrolyte value showed a potassium level of 5.2 mEq/L. What will the nurse do?

A) Contact the provider to request an increased dose of digoxin.
B) Give the dose of digoxin and notify the provider of the potassium level.
C) Request an order for a diuretic.
D) Withhold the dose and notify the provider of the heart rate.

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