The Oldest Class of Drugs Used for Heart Failure Is

question 1

Multiple Choice

The oldest class of drugs used for heart failure is _____.

• A)b-adrenergic blockers
• B)cardiac glycosides
• C)diuretics
• D)anticoagulants

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