The use of pressors and dilators are common in intensive care units, especially concerning the heart. With different mechanisms of action and titrations, it is essential to know how each of the drugs perform and the potential pros and cons associated with using them.

This book covers these different drugs, with simplified explanations for easy understanding for anyone with minimal medical knowledge.

It provides an introduction to some basic concepts such as preload, afterload, myocardial contractility, and cardiac output, and a guide for titrating these drugs and their effects.

It also introduces the potential effects of methylene blue for skin therapy.

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