Congestive Heart Failure Flashcards
1
Q
Congestive Heart Failure abbreviation.
A
CHF
2
Q
CHF:
A
Progressive weakening of the heart.
3
Q
Lanoxin
A
(digoxin)
4
Q
Lanoxin (digoxin) slows and strengthens your _____________.
A
Heartbeat
5
Q
Lanoxin (digoxin) is also used for _______________.
A
Atrial arrhythmia
6
Q
Adverse Effects
A
Digoxin Toxicity.
GI Disturbances - loose appetite; nautious.
Visual Changes - yellow halo’s.