The Nurse Is Providing Teaching to a Patient with Heart

question 20

Multiple Choice

The nurse is providing teaching to a patient with heart failure who has been prescribed nifedipine,a calcium channel blocker.Which statement by the nurse is accurate?

• A) "This medication dilates your coronary arteries."
• B) "This medication will help your kidneys get rid of fluid."
• C) "This medication reduces volume returning to your heart so it doesn't overstretch."
• D) "This medication reduces the resistance your heart has to pump against."

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