The use of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) are contraindicated in clients with which of the following medical conditions? Select all that apply
A) Bilateral stenosis
B) Angioedema
C) Pregnancy
D) Diabetes
E) Hyperlipidemia
Ans: A, B, C
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The use of ACEIs and ARBs is contraindicated if the client has impaired renal function, heart failure, salt or volume depletion, bilateral stenosis, angioedema, or is pregnant.
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