ATI RN
ATI Nurs 180 Pharmacology Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client presents to the healthcare setting after beginning treatment with an Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Which of the following side-effects will the nurse be sure to assess for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Dry, non-productive cough. ACE inhibitors can cause a cough due to increased bradykinin levels. The nurse should assess for this side effect as it can be bothersome and affect the patient's quality of life. Hypokalemia and vomiting (
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A) are not typical side effects of ACE inhibitors. Epistaxis and headache (
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C) are more commonly associated with hypertension medications like beta-blockers. Nausea and vomiting (
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D) are not specific to ACE inhibitors.
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