Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a new prescription for enalapril. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for? Which adverse effect should the nurse monitor for enalapril?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Dry cough. Enalapril is an ACE inhibitor commonly associated with a side effect of a persistent dry cough due to increased bradykinin levels. The nurse should monitor the patient for this adverse effect as it can indicate drug intolerance. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as weight loss, tinnitus, and hypoglycemia are not commonly associated with enalapril use. Weight gain may be more common due to fluid retention, tinnitus is not a known side effect, and hypoglycemia is not typically linked with enalapril.