Which statement is correct regarding the hypertensive patient with renal failure who is beginning fosinopril therapy?
a. The fosinopril dose will need to be increased.
b. The fosinopril dose should be reduced.
c. Fosinopril is contraindicated in patients with renal failure.
d. The fosinopril dose does not need adjusting.
d
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