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    ATI NUR 180 Pharmacology Proctored Exam

    A nurse is caring for a client with a new prescription for digoxin for one week.The client reported having blurred vision, vomiting, and weight loss of 4 pounds in one week.Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate to give to the client based on the presenting symptoms?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleDigoxin immune fab (Digibind) is an antidote used to treat digoxin toxicity, which can present with symptoms like blurred vision, vomiting, and weight loss.Choice B rationaleAcetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer, which does not treat digoxin toxicity.Choice C rationaleWarfarin is an anticoagulant used to prevent blood clots, not to treat digoxin toxicity.Choice D rationaleInsulin is used to control blood sugar levels and is not related to treating digoxin toxicity.

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