Contraction Relaxation Quiz
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What effect would a drug that partially inactivates fast sodium channels have on the action potential in a ventricular myocyte?

  • The action potential would not be affected
  • The action potential would become more negative
  • The action potential would be shortened
  • The action potential would be prolonged (correct)
  • How would a drug that partially inactivates fast sodium channels affect conduction velocity within the ventricle?

  • Conduction velocity would be increased
  • Conduction velocity would become erratic
  • Conduction velocity would be slowed (correct)
  • Conduction velocity would not be affected
  • What is the primary function of fast sodium channels in cardiac myocytes?

  • To initiate the depolarization phase of the action potential (correct)
  • To facilitate potassium efflux from the cell
  • To maintain the resting membrane potential
  • To regulate calcium influx into the cell
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