The nurse is preparing to administer an ACE inhibitor to a client. Which of the following should the nurse do prior to implementing this medication? (Select all that apply.)
1. Monitor peripheral circulation.
2. Administer 1 hour before meals.
3. Provide with prescribed diuretic.
4. Headache is a common side effect after the first dose.
5. A fever is a common side effect.
6. Provide after a full meal.
1, 2, 4
Nursing interventions to implement prior to administering an ACE inhibitor include monitor peripheral circulation, monitor clients with diabetes for hypoglycemia, administer 1 hour before meals, discontinue diuretics 2 to 3 days before beginning ACE inhibitor therapy, and headache may occur 2 to 4 hours after the first dose and should subside spontaneously.
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