A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)is Treating a Patient on Cardiac

question 16

Multiple Choice

A physical therapist assistant (PTA) is treating a patient on cardiac medication in the home health setting.What are the effects of an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor on the heart and cardiovascular system?

• A) prevents constriction of blood vessels and retention of sodium and fluid
• B) constricts arterioles and increases retention of sodium and fluid
• C) alters conduction patterns in the heart
• D) prevents blood clot formation

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