Select the correct clinical indication associated with the use of IV dobutamine (Dobutrex), a drug that is similar to dopamine but has greater beta-1 effects.
A. Acute allergy or asthma
B. Hypertension
C. Benign prostatic hyperplasia
D. Acute heart failure
Answer: D
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