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A client with heart failure is prescribed lisinopril. Which assessment finding is most important for the nurse to report to the healthcare provider?

Blood pressure of 110/70 mmHg Potassium level of 5.8 mEq/L Reports of a dry, hacking cough Heart rate of 88 beats per minute

Potassium level of 5.8 mEq/L

Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor that can cause hyperkalemia. A potassium level of 5.8 mEq/L is critically high and must be reported immediately.

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