Question # 32

A patient is receiving continuous intravenous dobutamine for low cardiac output. The nurse monitors for which expected pharmacologic effects and potential adverse reactions?

Options:

A.

Increased contractility and heart rate with possible tachyarrhythmias or increased myocardial oxygen demand

B.

Profound bradycardia and vasoconstriction

C.

No effect on heart rate or rhythm

D.

Immediate reduction in myocardial oxygen consumption

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