Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

The contraindication of the dobutamine is

  1. myocardial infarctiondigoxin

  2. septic shock

  3. cardiogenic shock

  4. idiopathic hypertrophic subaortic stenosis
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Dobutamine is contraindicated in idiopathic hypertrophic subaortic stenosis (IHSS) because its positive inotropic effect can worsen the dynamic left ventricular outflow tract obstruction. It is actually indicated for cardiogenic and septic shock.

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