The nurse is teaching a client about the prototype calcium channel blocker nifedipine. During the teaching session, the nurse tells the client he will begin to feel the effects of the extended-release tablet in ______ hours
Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number.
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
Correct Answer: 6
Rationale: The onset of action for the prototype calcium channel blocker nifedipine is 6 hours.
Global Rationale: The onset of action for the prototype calcium channel blocker nifedipine is 6 hours.
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