Question

which of the following is a common side effect of ace inhibitors? chronic dry cough hypertension hypokalemia heart failure

Explanation:

ACE inhibitors block the action of angiotensin - converting enzyme. A common side - effect is a chronic dry cough, thought to be due to increased bradykinin levels. Hypertension is the condition ACE inhibitors are used to treat, not a side - effect. Hypokalemia is not a typical side - effect (hyperkalemia can occur). Heart failure is also an indication for ACE inhibitor use, not a side - effect.

Answer:

Chronic dry cough