Contraindication of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors for Patients Receiving Therapeutic Plasma Exchanges

Contraindication of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors for Patients Receiving Therapeutic Plasma Exchanges


Identification: nnj_nd08A3
Issue: November-December 2008
Volume: Vol. 35, No. 6


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Goal: To provide information about the correlation between the use of angiotensin-coating enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and hypotensive patient reactions.

Objectives:

  1. Describe a therapeutic plasma exchange procedure.
  2. Discuss relevant studies regarding the use of ACE inhibitors in the treatment of patients receiving therapeutic plasma exchanges.
  3. Explain clinical implications of using ACE inhibitors for patients receiving plasma therapy.


Disclosure Statement: The author reported no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this continuing nursing education article.

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