The AGACNP knows that when managing a patient with acute cardiogenic shock after myocardial infarction, all of the following pharmacologic agents may be used except
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anticholinergics are not typically used in the management of acute cardiogenic shock after myocardial infarction. Anticholinergic medications may worsen tachycardia and exacerbate myocardial ischemia by increasing heart rate and myocardial oxygen demand. Therefore, the AGACNP should avoid using anticholinergics in this patient population.