The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer Digoxin to a Patient

The nurse is preparing to administer digoxin to a patient who is newly admitted to the intensive care unit. The nurse reviews the patient's admission electrolytes and notes a serum potassium level of 2.9 mEq/L. Which action by the nurse is correct?

A) Administer the digoxin and monitor the patient's electrocardiogram closely.
B) Hold the digoxin dose and notify the provider of the patient's lab values.
C) Request an order for an intravenous bolus of potassium.
D) Request an order for oral potassium supplements.

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