Which finding most strongly suggests digoxin toxicity in an adult receiving cardiac glycoside therapy?
Correct answer: A. Nausea with yellow-green visual changes
- A. Nausea with yellow-green visual changes
- B. Increased appetite with flushed skin
- C. Dry cough with ankle swelling
- D. Increased urine output with thirst
Explanation
Gastrointestinal symptoms, visual disturbances and dysrhythmias are characteristic signs of digoxin toxicity. Low potassium increases this risk, so the nurse should also monitor serum potassium and the apical pulse.
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