Answer to Question 1
Correct Answer: 1,2
Rationale 1: When treating shock, the patient should be immediately connected to a cardiac monitor.
Rationale 2: When treating shock, the patient should be immediately connected to a pulse oximeter.
Rationale 3: Unless contraindicated, oxygen is administered via a nonrebreather mask.
Rationale 4: The use of whole blood will be decided after the type of shock is determined.
Rationale 5: The use of dextran 40 will be decided after the type of shock is determined.
Answer to Question 2
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Concurrent administration with MAO inhibitors increases the alpha-adrenergic effects of dopamine.
Rationale 2: Phenytoin may decrease the action of dopamine.
Rationale 3: A beta blocker may inhibit the inotropic effect of dopamine.
Rationale 4: Digoxin may increase the risk of dysrhythmias in the patient.
Rationale 5: There is no evidence to suggest a drugdrug interaction will occur if dopamine is administered to a patient who takes aspirin.
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