A Client Recovering from Nephrotic Syndrome Asks Why Medication for Hypertension

A client recovering from nephrotic syndrome asks why medication for hypertension has been prescribed. Which response should the nurse make to this client?

A) " ACE-I inhibitors also reduce protein loss into the urine."
B) " ACE-I inhibitors increase urination and prevent edema."
C) "The medication is prescribed to prevent hypertension from developing."
D) " Without an ACE-I inhibitor, increased dietary protein would be needed."

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