question archive A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for digoxin (Lanoxin)
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A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for digoxin (Lanoxin). Which of the following food choices should be limited while taking this medication?
Answer:
Bananas are high in potassium. Digoxin lowers serum potassium levels, and foods containing potassium should be encouraged.
Baked potatoes are high in potassium. Digoxin lowers serum potassium levels, and foods containing potassium should be encouraged.