A low-dose dopamine infusion is to be started for a client with hypovolemic shock.For which of the following desired therapeutic effects of this drug should the nurse be monitoring?

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Dopamine at low doses primarily stimulates dopaminergic receptors, leading to vasodilation in renal and mesenteric blood vessels, which can help increase urine output. This is a desired effect in managing hypovolemic shock to support kidney function.

A Low-Dose Dopamine Infusion Is to Be Started for a Client