Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for captopril. Which of the following findings should the nurse instruct the client to report to the provider?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Captopril, an ACE inhibitor, can cause agranulocytosis, leading to symptoms like sore throat, which should be reported. Increased appetite, tinnitus, and weight gain are not typical adverse effects.