Dopamine

Question 1

Dopamine: Generic Name

Answer 1

Dopamine

Question 2

Dopamine: Trade Name

Answer 2

Intropin

Question 3

Dopamine: Class

Answer 3

Sympathomimetic, vasopressor, and inotropic agent

Question 4

Dopamine: Action

Answer 4

Small doses (0.5–2mcg/kg/min) stimulate dopaminergic receptors, producing a renal vasodilation.

Larger doses (2-10mcg/kg/min) stimulate dopaminergic and beta-adrenergic receptors, Producing cardiac stimulation and in renal vasodilation.

Doses greater than 10mcg/kg/min stimulate alpha adrenergic receptors and may cause renal vasoconstriction. ↑ cardiac output, ↑ blood flow and improved renal blood flow

Question 5

Dopamine: Indications

Answer 5

Adjunct to standard measures to improve BP and Rx of cardiogenic shock or septic shock, post resuscitation and CHF with pulmonary edema

Question 6

Dopamine: Contraindications

Answer 6

Hypovolemic shock, tachydysrhythmias

Question 7

Dopamine: S. E.

Answer 7

N/V, HA, a regular or rapid pulse, CP, AMI

Question 8

Dopamine: Supplied

Answer 8

For MG vial or prepackaged 1600mcg/mL solution in 250mL

Question 9

Dopamine: Adult Dose

Answer 9

Renal/mesenteric effects: 2-5mcg/kg/min

Beta-adrenergic effects: 2-10mcg/kg/min

Alpha-adrenergic effects: 10mcg/kg/min (↑ PRN)

Question 10

Dopamine: Precautions

Answer 10

Cautiously use: hypovolemia: MI, occlusive vascular disease, pregnancy and children