What Effect Will a Positive Inotropic Medication Have on Cardiac

question 52

Multiple Choice

What effect will a positive inotropic medication have on cardiac function?

• A) It will decrease afterload.
• B) It will increase preload.
• C) It will increase preload and decrease afterload.
• D) It will increase contractility.

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