The nurse is providing teaching to a patient with heart failure who has been prescribed nifedipine,a calcium channel blocker.Which statement by the nurse is accurate?
A) "This medication dilates your coronary arteries."
B) "This medication will help your kidneys get rid of fluid."
C) "This medication reduces volume returning to your heart so it doesn't overstretch."
D) "This medication reduces the resistance your heart has to pump against."
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