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BKAT Study Guide 2025 Questions and Answers Nitroprusside - ....ANSWER ...-The mechanism of action of this drug decreases preload and afterload (Primarily afterload) through vasodilation increased sunlight sensitivity, cyanide toxicity, and hypotension - ....ANSWER ...- what are the main side effects and precautions for Nitroprusside? Dobutamine - ....ANSWER ...-The mechanism of action for this drug is that it is a positive inotrope, effect on contractility. 0.5-4 mcg/kg/min: it increases renal and mesenteric perfusion. This is not commonly used anymore. ....ANSWER ...-What is considered the renal dose of Dopamine, and what does it do? 4-10 mcg/kg/min - ....ANSWER ...-What range of doses of dopamine increases contractility and heart rate? greater than 10 mcg/kg/min - ....ANSWER ...-What dose range of dopamine causes vasoconstriction and increases BP? ventricular dysrhythmias and tachycardia - ....ANSWER ...-What are the main side effects of dopamine? …FOR STUDENTS ONLY…©️2025 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED… 1