A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)is Treating a Patient on Cardiac

A physical therapist assistant (PTA) is treating a patient on cardiac medication in the home health setting.What are the effects of an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor on the heart and cardiovascular system?

A) prevents constriction of blood vessels and retention of sodium and fluid
B) constricts arterioles and increases retention of sodium and fluid
C) alters conduction patterns in the heart
D) prevents blood clot formation

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