The nurse observes that a client admitted for orthopedic surgery also has a diagnosis of atrial fibrillation.Which drug can achieve a therapeutic effect relative to the client's diagnosis of atrial fibrillation?

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Diltiazem (Cardizem) is a calcium channel blocker commonly used to control heart rate in individuals with atrial fibrillation. Isradipine, Nifedipine, and Nicardipine are also calcium channel blockers but are not typically used for the treatment of atrial fibrillation.

The Nurse Observes That a Client Admitted for Orthopedic Surgery