Learning Objectives (Outcomes)

Upon completion of this module, participants will be able to:

1. Explain how to diagnose digoxin toxicity in children and adults.
2. Explain the prevalence of digoxin toxicity.
3. Describe proper treatment of digoxin toxicity.
4. Define the effectiveness, benefits, side effects and dosage for digoxin toxicity medications and therapeutic treatments.
5. Identify digoxin toxicity risk factors.
6. Recognize clinical presentations and symptoms including chronic toxicity in patients with electrolyte disturbances.

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