The patient has a dysrhythmia, and is started on a calcium channel blocker. What is the rationale for why this patient is being treated with this type of medication?
A) Is not a candidate for an ICD.
B) Will have fewer side effects.
C) Has a supraventricular dysrhythmia.
D) Will respond quicker.
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