NCLEX RN Exam Practice Practice Question

The nurse is caring for a client with a history of atrial fibrillation who is prescribed dofetilide (Tikosyn). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Dofetilide can cause torsades de pointes, a life-threatening arrhythmia, requiring close monitoring.

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