Question

a nurse is reviewing the medical records of four clients. which of the following clients should the nurse identify as the priority for care? a client who received digoxin and has a heart rate of 48/min a client who received pain medication and has a respiratory rate of 14/min a client who has a urinary tract infection and temperature of 37.9°c (100.2°f) a client who has anemia and a blood pressure of 118/78 mm hg

Explanation:

A normal heart rate is typically 60 - 100 beats per minute. A heart rate of 48/min in a client who received digoxin may indicate digoxin - induced bradycardia or toxicity, which can be life - threatening. A respiratory rate of 14/min is within the normal range (12 - 20/min). A mild fever in a client with a urinary tract infection and normal blood pressure in an anemic client are less immediately life - threatening.

Answer:

A. A client who received digoxin and has a heart rate of 48/min