The nurse is explaining to a patient how ACE inhibitors affect blood pressure.Which statement accurately describes the action of these medications?

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ACE inhibitors work by blocking the production of angiotensin II, a hormone that causes vasoconstriction (narrowing of blood vessels). By inhibiting vasoconstriction, ACE inhibitors can lower blood pressure. They do not increase aldosterone secretion, lower heart rate, or promote sodium retention.

The Nurse Is Explaining to a Patient How ACE Inhibitors