Question # 15

After titration of an ACE inhibitor, a patient’s blood pressure has decreased appropriately, but a persistent dry cough has developed. The nurse evaluates that:

Options:

A.

The cough is unrelated to the medication

B.

The cough is a common side effect; the provider should be notified so that consideration can be given to switching to an angiotensin-receptor blocker

C.

The dose should be increased

D.

Cough suppressants will solve the problem permanently

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