Norepinephrine (Levophed) Class and Usage Quiz
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What is the main action of norepinephrine (Levophed)?

  • Causing vasodilation and decreased myocardial contractility
  • Causing vasoconstriction and increased myocardial contractility (correct)
  • Inhibiting sympathetic nervous system activity
  • Acting as a beta-2 antagonist

    • What is the common indication for using norepinephrine (Levophed)?

  • Hemodynamically significant hypotension refractory to other sympathomimetics (correct)
  • Syncope associated with bradycardia
  • Migraine headaches
  • Hypertension due to hypovolemia

    • What is a potential side effect of norepinephrine (Levophed)?

  • Reduced myocardial contractility
  • Decreased heart rate
  • Hypotension
  • Hypertension (correct)

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