Which of the Following Would Result from a Reduced Function

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would result from a reduced function of the Na⁺ channels in the SA node?

• A) Depolarization would be delayed.
• B) The heart rate would decrease.
• C) Repolarization would not occur.
• D) The plateau phase would be shorter.
• E) Depolarization would be delayed, and the heart rate would decrease.

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