[Answered]: Scenario: A nurse is caring for a patient with…

Scenario: A nurse is caring for a patient with new onset atrial fibrillation. The provider orders digoxin, but the nurse notes the patient’s heart rate is 56 bpm. What should the nurse do before administering the medication? A. Administer the medication as ordered B. Hold the dose and notify the provider C. Recheck the pulse in 30 minutes D. Ask another nurse to verify the order What should be identified as the key (correct answer) in this question? Group of answer choices Recheck the pulse in 30 minutes Administer the medication as ordered Ask another nurse to verify the order Hold the dose and notify the provider