dopamine

Question 1

Trade name for dopamine

Answer 1

Intropin

Question 2

Classes for dopamine

Answer 2

Sympathomimetic

Vasopressor

Question 3

Standard supply for dopamine

Answer 3

Premix bag for infusion

Question 4

MOA for dopamine

Answer 4

Increases heart rate
Increases the force of myocardial contractility
Increases the blood pressure
Increases preload

Question 5

Indications for dopamine

Answer 5

Cardiogenic shock
Bradycardia
Hypotension

Question 6

Contraindications for dopamine

Answer 6

Hemodynamically significant hypovolemic shock

Question 7

Adverse reactions to dopamine

Answer 7

Extravasation may cause tissue necrosis
Increased myocardial O2 demand
Tachycardia
Hypertension
Dysrhythmias
Dyspnea
Tremors
Palpitations
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting

Question 8

Route of administration for dopamine

Answer 8

Infusion

Question 9

Onset/Peak/Duration for dopamine

Answer 9

O: 1-4 minutes
P: 5-10 minutes
D: Variable

Question 10

Therapeutic dosage range & responses (2-5 mcg/kg/min)

Answer 10

Negligible beta-adrenergic response

Question 11

Adult dosages for dopamine

Answer 11

Infusion: 2.0-20 mcg/kg/min

Question 12

Pediatric dosages for dopamine

Answer 12

Infusion: 2.0-20 mcg/kg/min

Question 13

Special Considerations for dopamine

Answer 13

An infusion pump should be used when possible

Question 14

Therapeutic dosage range & responses (5-10 mcg/kg/min)

Answer 14

Beta-adrenergic responses:

• Positive chronotropic effects
• Positive inotropic effects

Question 15

Therapeutic dosage range & responses (10-20 mcg/kg/min)

Answer 15

Alpha-adrenergic responses:

• Vasoconstriction
• Increased blood pressure
• Increased preload

Question 16

Therapeutic dosage range & responses (>20 mcg/kg/min)

Answer 16

May increase the heart rate and myocardial oxygen demand to undesirable limits