Digoxin to increase hearts ability to contract effectively

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A patient has been prescribed digoxin to increase the heart's ability to contract effectively. What is the nurse's priority assessment before administering this medication? Check the:

• Heart rate. • Blood pressure. • Respiratory Rate. • Oxygen saturation.

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