A patient with heart failure is prescribed fosinopril (Monopril). For which reason should the nurse question this medication? Select all that apply.

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1. Contraindications to ACE-I include a serum creatinine level greater than 3 mg/dL.
2. Contraindications to ACE-I include serum potassium levels greater than 5.5 mmol/L.
3. Contraindications to ACE-I include very low systolic pressure, usually less than 80 mm Hg.
4. ACE-I do not affect respiratory rate.
5. ACE-I do not affect oxygenation.

A Patient with Heart Failure Is Prescribed Fosinopril (Monopril)