Pharmacology and the Nursing Process by Linda Lane Lilley: Practice Exam

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What is treated as a symptom of an ACE inhibitor overdose?

Hyperactivity
Hypotension
Insomnia
Hyperkalemia

The correct answer is: Hypotension

ACE inhibitor overdose may result in hypotension, a decrease in blood pressure, due to the medication's ability to relax and widen blood vessels. This can cause symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. The other options, including hyperactivity, insomnia, and hyperkalemia, are not typically associated with ACE inhibitor overdose and would not be considered symptoms. Hyperactivity may be a side effect of certain medications, but it is not a symptom or indicator of an overdose. Insomnia may be a side effect of some ACE inhibitors, but it is not associated with an overdose specifically. Hyperkalemia, an increase in potassium levels, may also occur as a side effect of some ACE inhibitors, but it is not a symptom of an overdose. It is important to monitor for these side effects, along with other potential complications, when taking ACE inhibitors.