If a patient suddenly stopped taking a drug from one of the following drug classes for 48 to 72 hours, which would result in a rapid rise in heart rate causing chest pain and a possible heart attack?
a. ace-inhibitors
b. diuretics
c. calcium channel blockers
d. beta-adrenergic blockers
Answer: d. beta-adrenergic blockers
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