Pharmacological TherapiesQuestion 100 of 120
A client taking an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor develops a persistent dry cough. What is the appropriate action?
a.Increase the dose to relieve the cough
b.Tell the client the cough is unrelated
c.Stop all medications immediately without notification
d.Report the cough to the RN or provider
Explanation
A persistent dry cough is a known side effect of ACE inhibitors and should be reported so the provider can consider an alternative. Increasing the dose worsens the effect, and abruptly stopping without guidance is unsafe. Reporting supports appropriate management.
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