A patient is receiving digoxin (Lanoxin) and a potassium supplement. When monitoring daily laboratory values, what should the potassium level be for this patient?
A) 1.5–3.0 mEq/L
B) 3.5–5.0 mEq/L
C) 5.0–7.5 mEq/L
D) 6.0–6.5 mEq/L
B
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