A Patient with Heart Failure Has a New Order for Captopril

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient with heart failure has a new order for captopril (Capoten) 12.5 mg PO. After administering the first dose and teaching the patient about captopril, which statement by the patient indicates that teaching has been effective?

• A) "I will call for help when I need to get up to use the bathroom."
• B) "I will be sure to take the medication after eating something."
• C) "I will need to include more high-potassium foods in my diet."
• D) "I will expect to feel more short of breath for the next few days."

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