A patient who is taking furosemide [Lasix] and digoxin will begin taking captopril [Capoten]. The nurse is providing information about the drug. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
a. "I can use acetaminophen for analgesia if needed."
b. "I should stop taking the Lasix about a week before starting the Capoten."
c. "I should take this medication on a full stomach."
d. "I will need to have blood tests done every 2 weeks for a few months."
C
Most oral formulations of ACE inhibitors may be given without regard for meals; captopril and moexipril, however, should be given 1 hour before meals. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medi-cations should be avoided; acetaminophen is not contraindicated. Patients taking diuretics should stop taking them 1 week before starting an ACE inhibitor to minimize the risk of hypotension. A WBC with differential should be evaluated at baseline and, after treatment starts, every 2 weeks for several months to monitor for neutropenia.
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