A nurse is preparing to administer Digoxin to a 4 year old. The nurse should:
1. Administer the medication and check the blood pressure one hour later.
2. Give the medication with food.
3. Take the apical pulse for 30 seconds prior to giving the medication.
4. Note the rate, rhythm, and quality of the heart prior to giving the medication.
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1. The baseline blood pressure is needed prior to the administration of the medication.
2. The medication should be taken on an empty stomach.
3. The apical pulse should be taken for 60 seconds.
4. A baseline of the rate, rhythm, and quality is needed.
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