The mechanism of action for calcium channel blockers involves _______.
a. inhibiting sympathetic nerve receptors
b. suppressing the action of calcium in contraction of the heart muscle
c. relaxes smooth and cardiac muscle with multiple and complex electrophysiological effects
d. stabilizing membranes
b. suppressing the action of calcium in contraction of the heart muscle
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