When caring for the client prescribed hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) and digoxin, the nurse would monitor the client for:
a. hypokalemia c. tachycardia.
b. peripheral edema. d. hypoglycemia.
ANS: A
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A Correct: Both agents cause diuresis that can lead to hypokalemia, which would increase the risk of digoxin toxicity.
B Incorrect: This is not likely with this drug combination, unless in the presence of heart failure.
C Incorrect: This is not likely with this drug combination. However, dysrhythmias could occur as a result of the hypokalemia.
D Incorrect: This is not likely.
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