_____ is selected for patients with coronary artery disease or cardiomyopathy due to its cardiostability.

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Etomidate has no depressant effect on blood pressure or cardiac output and mildly increases heart rate. It also decreases oxygen consumption by the heart but does not alter coronary perfusion. This means the heart isn't working as hard. This drug may be favored for its cardiostability and, for this reason, can be selected for patients with coronary artery disease or cardiomyopathy.

_____ Is Selected for Patients with Coronary Artery Disease or Cardiomyopathy