Despite good blood pressure control, an NP might change a patient's drug from an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor to an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) because the ARB:
1. Is stronger than the ACE inhibitor
2. Does not produce a dry, hacky cough
3. Has no effect on the renal system
4. Reduces sodium and water retention
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