A patient is prescribed trandolapril (Mavik). What adverse effect should the patient be instructed on that can occur with angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors?
A) Sedation
B) Persistent cough
C) Tachycardia
D) Rash
B
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A persistent cough can develop with the use of ACE inhibitors. Sedation, tachycardia, and rash are not noted with ACE Inhibitors.
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