The nurse is reviewing orders for a patient and notes the patient is prescribed valsartan/sacubitril (Entresto). Which medication in the patient's medication history would lead the nurse to seek clarification before administering the Entresto?

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Entresto (valsartan/sacubitril) should not be administered with ACE inhibitors like enalapril (Vasotec) due to the increased risk of angioedema. A washout period of 36 hours between the use of an ACE inhibitor and Entresto is recommended.

The Nurse Is Reviewing Orders for a Patient and Notes