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Chapter 19, Problem 5DYKB
_____ 5. Calcium channels in the nodal cells function to
- a. cause depolarization and initiate the cardiac action potential.
- b. assure excess calcium can leave the cell.
- c. bring the cell quickly to its resting membrane potential.
- d. sustain contraction of the cell.
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