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A client has been prescribed diltiazem (Cardizem), and asks the nurse what type of drug this is. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

"A beta blocker."

"A sodium channel blocker."

"An alpha blocker."

"A calcium channel blocker."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Explanation:

A. Diltiazem is not a beta blocker; it belongs to a different class of medications.

B. Sodium channel blockers are a different class of drugs used for various cardiac arrhythmias.

C. Alpha blockers are used to treat conditions such as hypertension and benign prostatic hyperplasia, but diltiazem is not in this class.

D. Diltiazem is a calcium channel blocker, commonly used to treat hypertension, angina, and certain heart rhythm disorders.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Beta-adrenergic blockers primarily work by decreasing heart rate and contractility rather than directly affecting peripheral resistance.

B. Beta-adrenergic blockers decrease contractility and heart rate, rather than increasing them.

C. Relaxation of arterial and venous smooth muscle is typically associated with calcium channel blockers, not beta-adrenergic blockers.

D. Beta-adrenergic blockers slow the heart rate and reduce the force of contraction of the heart muscle, reducing myocardial oxygen demand and helping to relieve angina symptoms.

A. Feelings of despair B. Increased energy C. Sleep disturbances D. Euphoria

Correct Answer is ["A","C"]

Explanation

A. Feelings of despair or hopelessness are common symptoms of depression, reflecting a persistent low mood.

B. Increased energy is not typically associated with depression; instead, individuals with depression often experience fatigue or loss of energy.

C. Sleep disturbances, such as insomnia or hypersomnia, are common symptoms of depression, affecting both the ability to fall asleep and stay asleep.

D. Euphoria, or a feeling of intense happiness or excitement, is not typically associated with depression and may indicate a different mood disorder, such as bipolar disorder.

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A client has been prescribed diltiazem (Cardizem), and asks the nurse what type of drug this is. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

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