LANOXIN Flashcards
1
Q
Classification
A
anti-arrhythmic
treats the arrhythmic as
- atrial fib
- atrial flutter
2
Q
Action
A
increases the force of myocardial contraction and slows rate which increase CO
“Helps the heart beat stronger and slower”
3
Q
Contraindications
A
causes an arrhythmia, like bradycardia
4
Q
Side effects
A
fatigue, anorexia, N/V, bradycardia
5
Q
Implications
A
take apical pulse for 1 full min before giving med, hold if pulse is less than 60 and notify doctor
lab lookout: use cautiously in hypocalcemia and hyperkalcemia because of increased risk of toxicity
Toxicity S/S = abdominal pain, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, visual disturbances, bradycardia
