The provider requests the nurse start an infusion of an inotropic agent on a client.How does the nurse explain the action of these drugs to the client and spouse?
A) "It constricts vessels, improving blood flow."
B) "It dilates vessels, which lessens the work of the heart."
C) "It increases the force of the heart's contractions."
D) "It slows the heart rate down for better filling."
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