Patients experiencing a massive pulmonary embolism may present with signs and symptoms of shock. There are several vasoactive adrenergic agents that may be effective. Contact medical control for good medical practice that may require deviations from the protocol.
- Dopamine possesses alpha and beta agonist effects
- Vasoconstriction, bronchodilation and tachycardia
- Coronary blood flow is enhanced due to increased cardiac contractility and increased right ventricular perfusion pressure
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