The nurse is collecting data for a patient who is receiving digoxin (Lanoxin), 0.125 mg daily. Which of these findings would indicate to the nurse that the patient is experiencing side effects of the medication?
a. Skin flushing
b. Bradycardia
c. Double vision
d. Constipation
ANS: B
Bradycardia can occur with digoxin administration, which is why the apical pulse is taken for 1 minute prior to administration.
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