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What are diuretics used for?
act on kidneys to increase diuresis
How should we administer diuretics?
orally and IV
What are diuretics used to treat?
hypertension
edema
Renal diseases
Hepatic diseases
How do inotropic agents work?
increases force of myocardial contraction and slows conduction
improving contractility and left ventricular output
What do inotropic agents help improve?
left ventricular output
What do inotropic agents treat?
HF
atrial fibrillation
What are some adverse reactions to inotropic agents?
cardiac dysrhythmias
What type of medicine is digoxin?

, inotropic agent
What is another name for digoxin?
Lanoxin
How do we administer Digoxin?
PO or IV
What is the therapeutic drug level for digoxin?
0.5-2 ng/mL
What are some nursing considerations with digoxin?
apical pulse if less than 60 don't give
monitor electrical activity
What are signs and symptoms of digoxin toxicity?
Nausea/Vomiting
anorexia
visual disturbance
confusion
bradycardia
What is the antidote for Digoxin?
Digoxin immune Fab (Digibind)
What amount of Digoxin is considered overdose in adults?
>10mg
What amount of Digoxin is considered overdose in kids?
>4mg

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