Digoxin Toxicity Treatment: Phenytoin
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What is the drug of choice for treating digoxin-induced ventricular arrhythmia?

  • Dopamine
  • Atropine
  • Phenytoin (correct)
  • Amiodarone

Which drug is commonly used to treat digoxin toxicity?

  • Furosemide
  • Phenytoin (correct)
  • Epinephrine
  • Lidocaine

Which drug is known to interact with digoxin, potentially leading to toxicity?

  • Warfarin
  • Antacids
  • Aspirin
  • Amiodarone (correct)

What is a factor that can predispose an individual to digoxin toxicity?

<p>Low magnesium levels (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Aside from ventricular arrhythmia, what other condition can digoxin toxicity manifest as?

<p>Bradycardia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following symptoms are commonly encountered adverse effects of digoxin toxicity?

<p>Anorexia, nausea, and vomiting (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors that predispose individuals to digoxin toxicity?

<p>Low potassium levels in the blood (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can drug interactions affect the toxicity of digoxin?

<p>They can increase the risk of toxicity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of digoxin toxicity that requires medical attention?

<p>Yellowing of the eyes and skin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is digoxin toxicity typically treated?

<p>By stopping digoxin and providing supportive care (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for bradycardia?

<p>Atropine IV (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are digoxin antibodies excreted from the body in cases of severe digoxin toxicity?

<p>Excreted in urine (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication can be used to treat severe digoxin toxicity by binding with the excess digoxin in the body?

<p>Digoxin antibodies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of digoxin toxicity, what can be classified as a factor predisposing to toxicity?

<p>Hypokalemia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment option is specifically recommended for bradycardia and not for severe digoxin toxicity?

<p>Electrical pacemaker (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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