Question

question 78 1 pts a nonsmoking adult with a history of cardiovascular disease reports having a chronic cough without fever or upper airway symptoms. a chest radiograph is normal. what will the provider consider initially as the cause of this patients cough? ace inhibitor medication use chronic obstructive pulmonary disease gastroesophageal reflux disease psychogenic cough

Explanation:

ACE inhibitors are commonly used in cardiovascular - disease treatment and a common side - effect is a chronic cough. Since the patient has a history of cardiovascular disease and no other typical symptoms like fever or upper airway issues and a normal chest radiograph, ACE inhibitor use is a likely initial consideration. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease usually presents with more respiratory symptoms and may show on radiograph in advanced cases. Gastroesophageal reflux disease often has other gastrointestinal symptoms in addition to cough. Psychogenic cough is usually a diagnosis of exclusion after other organic causes are ruled out.

Answer:

A. ACE inhibitor medication use