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xclash

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Which statement is correct regarding the hypertensive patient with renal failure who is beginning fosinopril therapy?
 
  a. The fosinopril dose will need to be increased.
  b. The fosinopril dose should be reduced.
  c. Fosinopril is contraindicated in patients with renal failure.
  d. The fosinopril dose does not need adjusting.

Question 2

The nurse counsels a patient who has just started antihypertensive therapy with captopril. Select the best instruction regarding the administration of this drug.
 
  a. Take the captopril with dinner.
  b. Take the captopril once in the morning.
  c. Take the captopril 1 hour before meals.
  d. The captopril will be administered intravenously.



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Natalie4ever

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Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

c




xclash

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


matt95

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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