A Potentially Life-Threatening Adverse Response to ACE Inhibitors Is Angioedema

question 10

Multiple Choice

A potentially life-threatening adverse response to ACE inhibitors is angioedema.Which of the following statements is true about this adverse response?

• A) Swelling of the tongue or hoarseness are the most common symptoms.
• B) It appears to be related to the decrease in aldosterone production.
• C) Presence of a dry,hacky cough indicates a high risk for this adverse response.
• D) Because it takes time to build up a blood level,it occurs after being on the drug for about 1 week.

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