The nurse is caring for a client receiving Digoxin. Which finding requires action before the medication is given?

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C. hold the dose and notify the provider — Digoxin can worsen bradycardia. An apical pulse below the ordered hold parameter, commonly 60/min in adults, requires holding the dose and notifying the provider.

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A. double-check the pharmacy label and then administer

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B. administer the dose with food to reduce nausea

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D. give the medication and recheck the pulse in 1 hour