Which of the following statements about angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors is incorrect?

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Can lead to elevated potassium levels in patients with diabetesShould not be used during pregnancyAre not recommended for patients with diabetic kidney diseaseTheir blood pressure-lowering effect can be reduced by NSAIDs

Explanation

ACE inhibitors can cause hyperkalemia in diabetic patients, are contraindicated during pregnancy, and NSAIDs may reduce their antihypertensive effectiveness. However, ACE inhibitors are actually beneficial and commonly used in diabetic nephropathy, making option C incorrect.