A patient with gout tells the nurse that he takes losartan (Cozaar)for control of his condition.What history should the nurse ask the patient about?

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Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) that is primarily prescribed for the treatment of hypertension. While losartan has been shown to have beneficial effects on gout, such as reducing the risk of gout attacks, it is not primarily prescribed for the treatment of gout. Therefore, the nurse should ask the patient about their history of hypertension to determine if losartan is being used for its primary indication. The other options listed (B, C, and D) are not directly related to the use of losartan for gout or hypertension. However, the nurse should still ask about these conditions since they may impact the patient's overall health and medical management.

A Patient with Gout Tells the Nurse That He Takes