When administering dopamine, the initial dosage is:

a. 200 mcg/kg
b. 20 mcg/min
c. 2–10 mcg/kg/min
d. 20–100 mcg/kg/min


c
Rationale: c. Current guidelines suggest the administration of 2–10 mcg/kg/min. Dosage should be adjusted to patient response.

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