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Progressive Care Nursing PCCN Exam Prep

Category - PCCN

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A client with a left-sided heart failure is prescribed with digoxin (Lanoxin) and furosemide (Lasix). Which of the following signs and symptoms alerts the nurse for a possible occurrence of digoxin toxicity?

A positive Trousseau's sign
Leg cramps
Diarrhea
Muscle twitching

Explanation

Answer - B - Hypokalemia increases the client's risk for digoxin toxicity. Hypokalemia is manifested by absent leg cramps and muscle weakness. Option A and D indicate hypocalcemia. Option C indicates hyperkalemia.

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