Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
A nurse in a provider's office is evaluating a client who has been taking lisinopril for hypertension. The nurse should identify which of the following findings as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
A dry cough (B) is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors like lisinopril due to bradykinin accumulation. Leukocytosis (A), hypokalemia (C), and bradycardia (D) are not typical adverse effects.