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    Lisinopril is contraindicated in patients with which adverse condition?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. History of angioedema related to ACE inhibitors: Lisinopril can trigger life-threatening angioedema in patients with a prior history of ACE inhibitor–induced angioedema. Re-exposure significantly increases the risk of airway obstruction and anaphylaxis, making it an absolute contraindication. B. Asthma: Lisinopril does not directly worsen asthma, although it can cause a dry cough in some patients. Asthma alone is not a contraindication, but respiratory symptoms should be monitored if they develop. C. Chronic sinusitis: Chronic sinusitis is not affected by ACE inhibitors, and there is no increased risk of complications from taking lisinopril. It does not pose a contraindication to therapy. D. Diabetes mellitus: Lisinopril is often used in diabetes to protect kidney function and manage hypertension. Diabetes is not a contraindication; in fact, it can be a therapeutic benefit in preventing diabetic nephropathy.

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