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A 9 yr. old child with both hydrocephalus and a cardiac defect weighs 55 pounds. He requires digoxin by mouth once daily, the dose should be held if there are any symptoms of toxicity. After listening to the apical rate for one full minute, you note it is only 50.


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Should you administer the digoxin as ordered?

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Rationale: Digoxin requires careful monitoring of dosage and patient's condition due to its narrow therapeutic window. Administering without checking can lead to toxicity. Instructing mom to give it is not appropriate. "Yes" without further context is vague and risky.

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