A toddler has been started on digoxin (Lanoxin) for cardiac failure. If the child develops digoxin (Lanoxin) toxicity, the first sign the nurse might note would be:
1. Lowered blood pressure.
2. Tinnitus.
3. Ataxia.
4. Nausea and vomiting.
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Rationale:
1. Digoxin (Lanoxin) toxicity does not cause lowered blood pressure, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), or ataxia (unsteady gait).
2. Digoxin (Lanoxin) toxicity does not cause lowered blood pressure, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), or ataxia (unsteady gait).
3. Digoxin (Lanoxin) toxicity does not cause lowered blood pressure, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), or ataxia (unsteady gait).
4. An early sign of digoxin (Lanoxin) toxicity is nausea and vomiting.
Assessment
Physiological Integrity
Analysis
Learning Outcome 26.5 Develop a nursing care plan for the child undergoing open heart surgery.
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