The client being discharged after sustaining an acute myocardial infarction is prescribed the ACE inhibitor lisinopril (Zestril). Which instruction should the nurse include when teaching about this medication?
1. Instruct the client to monitor the blood pressure weekly.
2. Encourage the client to take medication on an empty stomach.
3. Discuss the need to rise slowly from lying to a standing position.
4. Teach the client to take the medication at night only
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