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The nurse is preparing to administer medications for an eight-month-old infant with heart failure. The infant has a blood pressure of 114/66 mm Hg, apical pulse of 88 beats/minute, and respirations of 30 breaths/minute. Which medication should the nurse withhold until the healthcare provider is notified?

A. Digoxin. B. Furosemide. C. Hydralazine. D. Enalapril.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Digoxin should be withheld if the apical pulse is below 90 beats/minute in infants, as it may indicate toxicity.

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