Cardiovascular Pharmacology NCLEX RN Nursing Practice Question
The nurse is teaching a continuing education course regarding cardiovascular medications. It would be appropriate for the nurse to reinforce which condition is a contraindication to administering calcium channel blockers?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Calcium channel blockers, especially non-dihydropyridines, are contraindicated in systolic heart failure due to their negative inotropic effects. They may be used in atrial fibrillation, hypertension, or peripheral vascular disease.