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ACE inhibitor angio-oedema — GPhC CRA MCQ

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EasyAdverse Drug Reactions and Drug SafetyACE inhibitor angio-oedemaGPhC CRA

A patient taking ramipril has swelling of lips and tongue with throat tightness. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: B — Arrange emergency assessment for suspected ACE inhibitor angio-oedema

ACE inhibitor angio-oedema can threaten the airway and occur after months of treatment. In this scenario, the pharmacist should prioritise safe supply, appropriate counselling and timely referral or clarification where needed. This is the single best answer because the other options would either delay assessment, ignore a clinically significant risk, or create an unsafe legal or professional outcome.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS