Select the Correct Treatment Outcome Associated with the Use of IV

question 6

Multiple Choice

Select the correct treatment outcome associated with the use of IV dobutamine,a drug that is similar to dopamine but has greater beta-1 effects.

• A) Bronchodilation
• B) Acute allergy/asthma
• C) Acute heart failure
• D) Vasoconstriction

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Foregone Benefit

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