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    Ati Lpn Pediatrics Proctored Exam

    Which assessment finding would indicate a potential adverse effect of digoxin in a child?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Nausea and vomiting are potential adverse effects of digoxin in children. Digoxin is a medication commonly used to treat heart conditions, but it can cause gastrointestinal disturbances as a side effect. Nausea and vomiting may occur, especially if the child is receiving too high a dose of digoxin or if they are particularly sensitive to the medication. B. Improved appetite would not typically indicate an adverse effect of digoxin. In fact, digoxin is not known to have a direct effect on appetite. If a child experienced an increase in appetite while taking digoxin, it would likely be unrelated to the medication or could be due to other factors. C. Increased urine output would not typically indicate an adverse effect of digoxin. Digoxin is not a diuretic medication, so it would not directly cause increased urine output. D. Digoxin is not commonly associated with bradycardia in children.

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