The dose of vasopressin has been titrated upward over several hours for a patient being treated for septic shock. Which finding indicates that the patient is experiencing toxic effects of this medication? Select all that apply.

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1. In higher doses, vasopressin has been associated with bradycardia.
2. In higher doses, vasopressin has been associated with arrhythmias.
3. Overdose can result in water intoxication as evidenced by a dropping serum sodium level.
4. Vasopressin does not affect respiratory rate. Something else must be causing this patient's slow respirations.
5. In higher doses, vasopressin has been associated with hypertension.

The Dose of Vasopressin Has Been Titrated Upward Over Several