Wgu HESI RN Pharmacology 1

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The nurse is caring for an adult client who is taking digoxin. Which laboratory value should be reported to the healthcare provider immediately? Reference Range: Sodium [Adult 136 to 145 mEq/L (136 to 145 mmol/L)] Digoxin level [0.8 to 2.0 ng/mL (0.6 to 13 nmol/L)] Potassium (K+) [Adult: 3.5 to 5.0 mEq/L (3.5 to 5.0 mmol/L)] Creatinine [0.5 to 1.1 mg/dL (44 to 97 μmol/L)]

A. Digoxin level of 1.1 ng/mL (1.4 nmol/L). B. Creatinine level of 0.8 mg/dL (70.72 μmol/L). C. Potassium level of 3.2 mEq/L (3.2 mmol/L). D. Sodium level of 135 mEq/L (135 mmol/L).

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Hypokalemia (3.2 mEq/L) increases digoxin toxicity risk, potentially causing arrhythmias. Immediate reporting allows potassium correction. Therapeutic digoxin, normal creatinine, and mild hyponatremia are less urgent.

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