A Hospitalized Patient with Heart Failure Has a New Order

A hospitalized patient with heart failure has a new order for captopril (Capoten) 12.5 mg PO. After administering the first dose and teaching the patient about captopril, which statement by the patient indicates that teaching has been effective?

A) "I will need to include more high-potassium foods in my diet."
B) "I will expect to feel more short of breath for the next few days."
C) "I will be sure to take the medication after eating something."
D) "I will call for help when I need to get up to the bathroom."

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