Question

The patient receives furosemide (Lasix) and digoxin (Lanoxin) together. Which laboratory findings will the nurse assess as increasing the patient's risk for digoxin (Lanoxin) toxicity?

1. Hyponatremia and hyperkalemia
2. Hypermagnesemia and hyponatremia
3. Hypercalcemia and hyperkalemia
4. Hypokalemia and hypocalcemia

Answer 1

Hypokalemia and hypocalcemia can increase the risk of digoxin toxicity when taken with furosemide (Lasix).

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer is 4. Hypokalemia and hypocalcemia. When a patient receives furosemide (Lasix) and digoxin (Lanoxin) together, it can increase the risk of digoxin toxicity. Furosemide is a loop diuretic that can cause hypokalemia (low potassium levels) and hypocalcemia (low calcium levels). Both hypokalemia and hypocalcemia can increase the risk of digoxin toxicity, as digoxin works by affecting the movement of potassium and calcium in the heart.