Chronic Kidney Disease Flashcards
1
Q
How is CKD defined?
A
- Decrease in kidney function with an eGFR—below 60 milliliters per minute per 1.73 square meters, over 3 months, regardless of the cause.
2
Q
How is renal function monitored in CKD?
A
serum creatinine
eGFR
ACR
3
Q
What features suggest accelerated progression of CKD
A
decrease of eGFR by 25% or more from baseline
sustained decrease in eGFR of 15 mL/min/1.73 m2 within 12 months.
4
Q
Blood pressure target for patient with DM?
A
Systolic below 130
120-129
5
Q
Management of CKD
A
- Manage comorbidities
- Statin
- Antiplatelet for 2o prevention of CVD
- Offer immunization
