The nurse is concerned that a patient receiving dobutamine (Dobutrex) is experiencing adverse effects from the medication. What did the nurse assess in the patient?
1. Palpitations
2. Drop in blood pressure
3. Cold extremities
4. Headache
5. Blurred vision
Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Palpitations are an adverse effect of dobutamine (Dobutrex).
Rationale 2: Hypotension is an adverse effect of dobutamine (Dobutrex).
Rationale 3: Cold extremities are an adverse effect of dobutamine (Dobutrex).
Rationale 4: Headache is an adverse effect of digoxin (Lanoxin).
Rationale 5: Blurred vision is an adverse effect of digoxin (Lanoxin.)
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