Question

Beta-blockers ________. select one:

a. increase a dangerously low heart rate
b. have widespread sympathetic effects
c. are potent antidepressants
d. decrease heart rate and blood pressure

Answer 1

Beta-blockers decrease heart rate and blood pressure. Answer:D

It is a drug that might be used specifically to reduce heart rate in cardiac patients. The drug is also referred to as beta-adrenoceptor blocking agents and are prescription-only medicines (POMS).