Which medications are reserved for clients unable to tolerate the adverse effects of ACE inhibitors? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. Enalapril (Vasotec)
2. Valsartan (Diovan)
3. Lisinopril (Prinivil)
4. Candesartan (Atacand)
5. Furosemide (Lasix)
Correct Answer: 2, 4
Rationale 1: Enalapril (Vasotec) is incorrect because this medication is an ACE inhibitor.
Rationale 2: Valsartan (Diovan) is reserved for clients unable to tolerate ACE inhibitor therapy. This medication is an ARB.
Rationale 3: Lisinopril (Prinivil) is incorrect because this medication is an ACE inhibitor.
Rationale 4: Candesartan (Atacand) is reserved for clients unable to tolerate ACE inhibitor therapy. This medication is an ARB.
Rationale 5: Furosemide (Lasix) is not reserved for clients unable to tolerate ACE inhibitors. This medication is a loop diuretic.
Global Rationale: Valsartan (Diovan) is reserved for clients unable to tolerate ACE inhibitor therapy. This medication is an ARB. Candesartan (Atacand) is reserved for clients unable to tolerate ACE inhibitor therapy. This medication is an ARB. Enalapril (Vasotec) is incorrect because this medication is an ACE inhibitor. Lisinopril (Prinivil) is incorrect because this medication is an ACE inhibitor. Furosemide (Lasix) is not reserved for clients unable to tolerate ACE inhibitors. This medication is a loop diuretic.
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