The nurse is reviewing the primary functions of the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE). The nurse knows that which is the primary function of this enzyme?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Forming angiotensin I
2. Forming angiotensin II
3. Breaking down bradykinin
4. Breaking down histamine
5. Forming kininase
Correct Answer: 2,3
Rationale 1: ACE is not responsible for the formation of angiotensin I.
Rationale 2: ACE is responsible for the formation of angiotensin II.
Rationale 3: ACE is responsible for breaking down bradykinin.
Rationale 4: ACE is not responsible for breaking down histamine.
Rationale 5: ACE is not responsible for the formation of kininase, but it is sometimes referred to as kininase II.
Global Rationale: ACE is responsible for the formation of angiotensin II and breaking down bradykinin. ACE is not responsible for the formation of angiotensin I, breaking down histamine, or for the formation of kininase (kininase II).
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