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A) Adenosine is less likely to cause hypotension.
B) Adenosine can be used in patients with symptomatic bradycardia.
C) Adenosine can be used in patients with second- or third-degree heartblock.
D) Adenosine is an oral agent and has a rapid effect.
A
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