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Which client should the nurse assess first?
Which client should the nurse assess first?
- The client who is receiving digoxin with a blood pressure of 110/85 mmHg. (correct)
- The client who can have nothing by mouth for a scheduled surgery this morning and received an ordered dose of insulin glargine the night before.
- The client who has a history of rheumatoid arthritis complaining of 5/10 pain in the joints of his hands.
- The client who requires a chlorhexidine scrub prior to a double mastectomy this morning.
What should the nurse do when a client is taking a drug with potential toxic side effects?
What should the nurse do when a client is taking a drug with potential toxic side effects?
- Teach the client how to treat the symptoms if they develop.
- Monitor the function of all organs potentially affected by the drug. (correct)
- Continue the drug even if the client has signs of toxicity.
- Discontinue the drug even if the client does not have signs of toxicity.
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