A 55-year-old male patient is presenting with severe chest pain, shortness of breath, and hypotension following a recent myocardial infarction. His ECG shows ST-segment elevations in the anterior leads. What is the most appropriate initial pharmacological intervention to improve his cardiac output?
In managing cardiogenic shock, especially post-myocardial infarction, inotropic support is often required to increase myocardial contractility. Dobutamine is a first-line inotropic agent for its ability to enhance cardiac output and reduce systemic vascular resistance. Other options like diuretics or beta-blockers may either exacerbate hypotension or are not indicated in acute settings like cardiogenic shock.
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