Question 493 · LEK · Chronic heart failure
In a male with heart failure and left ventricular ejection fraction of 35%, the use of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors is indicated. Once introduced of ACE, we need to monitor kidney function after:
- A. 3-5 days.
- B. 1-2 weeks.
- C. 3-4 weeks.
- D. 6-8 weeks.
- E. no kidney monitoring is necessary.
Hint
ACE inhibitors can raise creatinine and potassium early on; the first check comes after a short interval and is repeated after each dose increase.
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