In a patient with massive thromboembolism with hypotension after a fluid bolus of 1 L, the patient’s blood pressure remains low at 88/50 mmHg.Echocardiogram demonstrates hypokinesis of the right ventricle.What is the next best step in management of this patient?
In a patient with massive thromboembolism with hypotension after a fluid bolus of 1 L, the patient’s blood pressure remains low at 88/50 mmHg.Echocardiogram demonstrates hypokinesis of the right ventricle.What is the next best step in management of this patient?
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In a patient with massive thromboembolism with hypotension after a fluid bolus of 1 L, the patient’s blood pressure remains low at 88/50 mmHg.Echocardiogram demonstrates hypokinesis of the right ventricle.What is the next best step in management of this patient?
✓ Correct Answer: A. Treat with dopamine and recombinant tissue plasminogen activator, 100 mg IV
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