A Patient Is Being Started on Enalapril (Vasotec)

question 30

Multiple Choice

A patient is being started on enalapril (Vasotec) . The most common complaint from patients who routinely take this medication is which of the following?

• A)increased thirst
• B)reduced urine output
• C)persistent cough
• D)sore throat

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Definitions:

Forebrain

The anterior part of the brain, including the cerebrum and structures related to it, responsible for complex cognitive, sensory, and motor functions.

Cerebral Cortex

The outermost layer of the brain, involved in high-level functions such as sensory perception, cognition, and motor control.

Occipital Lobe

The portion of the cerebral cortex located at the back of the brain, responsible for processing visual information.

Wernicke's Area

A region of the brain that is important for language development and comprehension, located in the temporal lobe.