Question 1

Which are the most common adverse effects of lisinopril therapy?

Accepted Answer

The most common adverse effects of lisinopril therapy are hypotension, cough, and rash. Option B is incorrect as hypokalemia and constipation are not commonly seen with lisinopril. Option C is incorrect as hypertension is not an adverse effect of lisinopril therapy, hypokalemia is seen with ACE inhibitors but it's not the most common side effect, and productive cough is correct but it's not as common as just cough. Option D is incorrect as hyperkalemia and urinary frequency are not common adverse effects of lisinopril therapy.

Question 2

A client who is prescribed losartan for hypertension is instructed to avoid using alcohol because of the risk of which adverse reaction?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol can enhance the blood pressure-lowering effect of losartan, leading to an increased risk of hypotension (lowered blood pressure).

Question 3

The nurse knows it is essential to monitor which laboratory values while a client is being treated with ACE inhibitors and ARBs?
Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The nurse knows it is essential to...

Question 4

The nurse is reviewing the diet history of a client prescribed lisinopril therapy for hypertension.Which part of the client's current dietary intake must be altered while on lisinopril therapy?

Accepted Answer

Lisinopril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor that can increase potassium levels in the blood. Therefore, clients on lisinopril therapy should avoid taking additional potassium supplements or eating high-potassium foods. Fish oil supplements, calcium supplements, and multiple vitamins do not directly interact with lisinopril therapy and do not need to be altered unless otherwise specified by a healthcare provider.

Question 5

The client is starting on lisinopril therapy for hypertension and heart failure.The nurse instructs the client to return for laboratory monitoring because of the risk of which adverse effect?

Accepted Answer

Lisinopril can cause an increase in serum potassium levels (hyperkalemia) which can be dangerous, especially for clients with impaired kidney function. Thus, laboratory monitoring is necessary to ensure client safety.

Question 6

The major difference in adverse effect profile between ACE inhibitors and ARBs is that ARBs do not cause which clinical manifestation?

Accepted Answer

ACE inhibitors are known to cause a persistent, dry cough in some patients due to the accumulation of bradykinin, whereas ARBs do not typically cause this side effect because they do not increase bradykinin levels.

Quiz 31: Drugs Affecting the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System

Which are the most common adverse effects of lisinopril therapy?

A client who is prescribed losartan for hypertension is instructed to avoid using alcohol because of the risk of which adverse reaction?

The nurse knows it is essential to monitor which laboratory values while a client is being treated with ACE inhibitors and ARBs? Select all that apply.

The nurse is reviewing the diet history of a client prescribed lisinopril therapy for hypertension.Which part of the client's current dietary intake must be altered while on lisinopril therapy?

The client is starting on lisinopril therapy for hypertension and heart failure.The nurse instructs the client to return for laboratory monitoring because of the risk of which adverse effect?

The major difference in adverse effect profile between ACE inhibitors and ARBs is that ARBs do not cause which clinical manifestation?