A client who is diagnosed with heart failure is prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin). Prior to discharge, ...

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Clients should not take a double dose; this is considered an overdose and could lead to toxicity.
Rationale 2: Mental depression is more likely to occur than is euphoria.
Rationale 3: If the pulse is 56, the client should notify the health care provider, and not stop the medication unless directed to do so.
Rationale 4: Weight gain could indicate fluid retention and a worsening of heart failure.
Global Rationale: Weight gain could indicate fluid retention and a worsening of heart failure. Clients should not take a double dose; this is considered an overdose and could lead to toxicity. Mental depression is more likely to occur than is euphoria. If the pulse is 56, the client should notify the health care provider, and not stop the medication unless directed to do so.