A geriatric patient with a coronary artery disease, unstable angina, and heart failure is scheduled for a cardiac catheterization with contrast.The patient has a serum creatinine level of 1.32 mg/dL, and urinary output is within normal limits.Which medications, administered during the procedure, should a nurse identify as indicated to minimize the risk of renal compromise during this procedure? Select all that apply.
A)Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
B)Dopamine
C)Furosemide (Lasix)
D)Iodixanol (Visipaque)
E)Midazolam (Versed) 6)Nifedipine (Procardia)

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Dopamine and furosemide are indicated to minimize the risk of renal compromise during cardiac catheterization with contrast in patients with coronary artery disease, unstable angina, and heart failure. Dopamine increases renal blood flow and glomerular filtration rate, while furosemide promotes diuresis and helps to prevent fluid overload.

A Geriatric Patient with a Coronary Artery Disease, Unstable Angina