The nurse is caring for a client who has just diagnosed with hypertension and has a new prescription for captopril. Which of the following information is important to include when teaching the client?

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The angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors frequently cause orthostatic hypotension, and clients should be taught to change position slowly to allow the vascular system time to compensate for the position change. Increasing fluid intake may counteract the effect of the medication, and the client is taught to use gum or hard candy to relieve dry mouth. The BP does not need to be checked at home by the client before taking the medication. Because ACE inhibitors cause potassium retention, increased intake of high-potassium foods is inappropriate.

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