The student nurse asks whether there are any precautions to observe when giving digoxin to
an infant. Describe medication safety precautions that should be observed when giving this
medication.
What will be an ideal response?
• Apical pulse should be taken for 1 full minute before administration.
• Hold drug if HR is less than 90 in infants or otherwise noted by physician's orders.
• Two RNs check the dose before administration. Infant doses are generally 1 mL or less. A higher
dose should be considered a dose error.
• Monitor for signs and symptoms of digoxin toxicity such as bradycardia, vomiting, and decrease in
oral intake.
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