Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client who has heart failure and a new prescription for lisinopril. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor when administering lisinopril?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Hypotension.
Rationale:
Lisinopril (ACE inhibitor) can cause vasodilation, leading to low blood pressure.
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This question is from RN Pharmacology~2019 Exam 2 which contains 66 questions.
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A. Black cohosh.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
A. Expel the air bubble from the syringe prior to injection.
B. Apply firm pressure to the injection site following administration.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 4