Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for valsartan. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Valsartan can cause angioedema (swelling), requiring reporting. It's taken without regard to meals, doesn't change urine color, and cough is less common than with ACE inhibitors.