The nurse is caring for a client in cardiogenic shock. Which medication should the nurse plan to administer to raise the blood pressure?
1. Furosemide
2. Lanoxin
3. Aminophylline
4. Dopamine
Answer: 4
1. Furosemide is a diuretic that promotes fluid loss.
2. Lanoxin is a cardiac glycoside, and strengthens cardiac contractility and slows conduction.
3. Aminophylline is a bronchodilator.
4. Dopamine is a vasopressor drug that produces vasoconstriction and raises the blood pressure.
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