Drug-Dopamine Word Scramble
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Question | Answer |
classification | adrenergic agonist, inotropic, vasopressor |
action | stimulates alpha and beta adreergic receptors. low doses stimulate beta, higher doses stimulate alpha |
indications | hypotension, decreased cardiac output associated with cardiogenic shock adn septic shock, or symptomatic brady w/ no response to atropine |
adverse effects | tachycardia, arrhythmias, skin and soft tissue necrosis, severe hypertension from excessive vasoconstriction |
contraindications | pheochromocytoma, VT, VF. correct hypovolemia w/fluid replacement first! |
dosage | adults & peds: 2-20mcg/kg/min (start at 5 & titrate to BP |
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