Question 433 · LEK · Beta-blockers
Which of the following clinical situations are β-blockers used in?
- A. acute left ventricular failure.
- B. heart failure with bradycardia.
- C. cardiogenic shock.
- D. chronic systolic dysfunction of the left ventricle.
- E. heart failure with an increased cardiac output.
Hint
Beta-blockers depress heart rate and contractility in the short term but improve survival in a stable, chronic setting.
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