(FIT)-Module 4 Workshop 6: Electrocardiographic and Electrophysiological Correlations-Poole Case 6 Question

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An 83-year-old female with a history of atrial fibrillation and other conditions presents with symptoms indicative of digoxin toxicity, including stomach upset, palpitations, shortness of breath, and yellowish vision. Her lab results show elevated creatinine, potassium, and digoxin levels. After receiving Digifab to counteract the digoxin toxicity, a follow-up blood chemistry is performed. The most likely observation post-treatment with Digifab is a potassium level of 3.0, as Digifab typically lowers potassium levels by resolving digoxin toxicity, which can initially cause hyperkalemia.

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digoxin toxicity

Digifab treatment

hyperkalemia

atrial fibrillation

potassium level