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    ATI RN Capstone Pharmacology Proctored Exam 2

    A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of dopamine.Which of the following findings requires immediate intervention by the nurse?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleInfiltration of the peripheral IV can cause tissue damage and decreased medication efficacy. Immediate intervention is required to prevent complications.Choice B rationaleIncreased blood pressure can be a common effect of dopamine infusion. Monitoring and dose adjustment may be needed, but it is not an immediate threat.Choice C rationaleOccasional PVCs can occur with dopamine infusion. While monitoring is necessary, they are not immediately life-threatening and may not require urgent intervention.Choice D rationaleA heart rate of 105/min is a common side effect of dopamine and does not usually necessitate immediate intervention unless accompanied by other symptoms.

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