Question

a client receives a new prescription for an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ace) inhibitor. which client history contraindicates its use? asthma. heart failure. renal artery stenosis. coronary artery disease. multiple choice single answer to answer this item a single answer.

Explanation:

ACE inhibitors can cause renal impairment, especially in patients with renal artery stenosis. This is because ACE inhibitors rely on adequate renal blood flow, and stenosis reduces it, potentially leading to acute kidney injury. Asthma, heart failure, and coronary artery disease are not contraindications for ACE inhibitors (heart failure and CAD may even be treated with them, and asthma has no direct contraindication with ACE inhibitors).

Answer:

C. Renal artery stenosis.