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The client who does not respond adequately to fluid replacement has an order for an I.V. infusion of dopamine hydrochloride at 5 µg/kg/minute. To determine that the drug is having the desired effect, the nurse should assess the client for:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Dopamine at 5 µg/kg/minute primarily increases cardiac output by enhancing myocardial contractility and heart rate, improving perfusion in shock. Renal/mesenteric flow occurs at lower doses, vasoconstriction at higher doses, and preload/afterload reduction is not a primary effect.

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