A patient's urine output is greater than 200 mL/hour and hemodynamic stability cannot be achieved by using fluids and vasoactive medications. The nurse anticipates that which medication may be prescribed?

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1. A beta blocker would not be indicated for this patient situation.
2. A diuretic would not be indicated for this patient situation.
3. An infusion of 50% dextrose would not be indicated for this patient situation.
4. If hemodynamic stability cannot be achieved using fluids and vasoactive medications, therapy with vasopressin would be instituted. Vasopressin is a synthetic form of antidiuretic hormone (ADH). The expected outcome would be increased vascular volume and decreased urine output.

A Patient's Urine Output Is Greater Than 200 ML/hour and Hemodynamic