A Patient Is Receiving Dobutamine [Dobutrex] as a Continuous Infusion

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient is receiving dobutamine [Dobutrex] as a continuous infusion in the immediate postoperative period. The patient also is receiving a diuretic. What adverse drug reactions are possible in this patient?

• A) Angina
• B) Dysrhythmias
• C) Hypotension
• D) Oliguria
• E) Tachycardia

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