Identify the physiologic action that results from the administration of venodilators such as nitroglycerin and isosorbide dinitrate.
A. Venodilators increase cardiac output.
B. Venodilators decrease the rate of contraction of the heart.
C. Venodilators reduce venous return to the heart.
D. All of the above are correct.
Answer: D
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