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MGLQZ

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The nurse explains that the heart has the ability to contract in a rhythmic pattern that is called ____________.
 
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Which of the following are signs of digoxin (Lanoxin) toxicity? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Ringing in the ears
  b. Bradycardia
  c. Headache
  d. Visual disturbance
  e. Hematuria
  f.
  Gastrointestinal complaints


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ErinKing

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

automaticity

Automaticity is the special ability of the myocardium to contract in a rhythmic pattern.

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ANS: B, C, D, F
Major signs of digoxin toxicity are nausea, bradycardia (HR <60), headache, and visual disturbances, as well as fatigue and arrhythmias.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
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