Simple Hemodynamics

  • You will not see advanced hemodynamic questions on the NCLEX.
  • One question that always shows up is the knowledge that beta blockers and calcium channel blockers are contraindicated in cardiogenic shock because they decrease contractility.u00a0u00a0
  • What increases contractility in cardiogenic shock? Dopamine, Dobutamine, and Epinephrine (aka vasopressors).