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A Patient in Heart Failure Is Given a Drug That

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A patient in heart failure is given a drug that is classified as a beta₁-adrenergic agonist.The drug


A) blocks the Beta₁-adrenergic receptors and causes a (-) chronotropic and (-) inotropic effect.
B) activates the Beta₁-adrenergic receptors and causes bronchoconstriction.
C) activates the Beta₁-adrenergic receptors and causes a (+) inotropic effect.
D) activates the vagus nerve,thereby slowing heart rate and strengthening myocardial contraction.

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