Coronary vasodilators are most often used to treat:
a. myocardial infarction. c. angina pectoris.
b. arrhythmias. d. congestive heart failure.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: Although used to treat MI, that is not the most common use.
B Incorrect: Antidysrhythmic agents are used to treat these.
C Correct: Treating angina is the most common use for coronary vasodilators.
D Incorrect: This is not a common use of coronary vasodilators.
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