An older adult is transferred to the hospital with anorexia, nausea, vomiting and confusion. The client was s... (Lanoxin) 0.25 mg, furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg, and potassium chloride (Micro-K) 10 mEq 3 months ago. Which .. take first?
A. Administer a prescribed dose of digoxin immune fab (Digibind)
B. Administer the doses of any home medications yet yet taken that day
C. Apply a cardiac telemetry monitor
D. Complete a neurological assessment
Ans: C. Apply a cardiac telemetry monitor
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