The nurse is caring for a patient who is on digoxin (Lanoxin). With myocarditis, the nurse is aware that which of these effects occurs with digoxin administration?
a. Increased inflammation
b. Decreased inflammation
c. Increased risk of toxicity
d. Decreased risk of toxicity
ANS: C
With myocarditis, the heart is sensitive to digoxin, which may be used to treat heart failure, and toxicity may occur even with small doses.
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