The nurse is administering captopril (Capoten)to a client with heart failure.What is the priority intervention for this client?

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Administration of the first dose of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE)inhibitors is often associated with hypotension,usually termed first-dose effect.The nurse should instruct the client to seek assistance before arising from bed to prevent injury from postural hypotension.

The Nurse Is Administering Captopril (Capoten)to a Client with Heart