A patient who has been prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin) is also taking furosemide (Lasix) 20 mg daily. Which of the following electrolyte imbalances will precipitate the development of digoxin toxicity?
A) Hyperkalemia
B) Hypokalemia
C) Hypermagnesemia
D) Hyponatremia
B
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Hypokalemia will contribute to the patient developing digoxin toxicity. Hyperkalemia, hypermagnesemia, and hyponatremia will not contribute to the development of digoxin toxicity.
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