A patient is receiving dopamine intravenously Which drug should the nurse have available t treat extravasation and tissue necrosis ?
A. Norepinephrine bitartrate
B. Nadolol
C. Phentolamine mesylate
D. Clonidine



Answer :

Answer:

C

Explanation:

C. Phentolamine mesylate

Phentolamine mesylate is a medication used to treat extravasation (leakage of medication from a blood vessel into the surrounding tissue) and tissue necrosis that can occur with dopamine infusion. It works by dilating blood vessels and improving blood flow to the affected area.

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