A patient is receiving dobutamine [Dobutrex] as a continuous infusion in the immediate postoperative period. The patient also is receiving a diuretic. What adverse drug reactions are possible in this patient?
A) Angina
B) Dysrhythmias
C) Hypotension
D) Oliguria
E) Tachycardia

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Angina, dysrhythmias, and tachycardia are the most common adverse effects of dopamine; general anesthetics can increase the likelihood of dysrhythmias. Dopamine elevates blood pressure by increasing cardiac output. Diuretics complement the beneficial effects of dopamine on the kidney, so urine output would be increased, not decreased.

A Patient Is Receiving Dobutamine [Dobutrex] as a Continuous Infusion