Multiple Choice
The nurse is preparing to give digoxin (Lanoxin) to a 9-month-old infant.The nurse checks the dose and draws up 4 ml of the drug.The most appropriate nursing action is which?
A) Mix the dose with juice to disguise its taste.
B) Do not give the dose; suspect a dosage error.
C) Check the heart rate; administer digoxin if the rate is greater than 100 beats/min.
D) Check the heart rate; administer digoxin if the rate is greater than 80 beats/min.
Correct Answer:
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