A hypertensive female patient being treated with which of the following would be of primary concern if she became pregnant?
1. Enalapril (Vasotec)
2. Potassium supplement
3. Doxazosin (Cardura)
4. Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: Enalapril is a Pregnancy Category D drug that has a higher fetal risk than do the other drugs listed.
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