55. A medicinal approach to managing hypertension involves a calcium channel blocker. What is the technical primary pathophysiological mechanism of action of this drug class?
A.
Blocks beta-adrenergic receptors.
B.
Inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme.
C.
Blocks calcium influx into vascular smooth muscle and cardiac cells, leading to vasodilation and reduced cardiac contractility.
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D.
Increases sodium excretion.
📖 Additional Information
Blocks beta-adrenergic receptors.
Inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme.
Blocks calcium influx into vascular smooth muscle and cardiac cells, leading to vasodilation and reduced cardiac contractility.
