The Mechanism of Action of Diltiazem (Cardizem)that Helps Clients with Prinzmetal's

question 26

Multiple Choice

The mechanism of action of diltiazem (Cardizem) that helps clients with Prinzmetal's angina includes which of the following?

• A) Increased conduction through the Purkinje fibers
• B) Decreased automaticity of the ventricular tissues
• C) Prevention of the influx of calcium ions in vascular smooth muscle
• D) Increased oxygen consumption within the myocardial tissue

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