CKD - anemia

Question 1

anemia related to stages of CKD

Answer 1

1 and 2 10%
3 20-40%
4 50-60%
5 >70%

Question 2

Consequences of untreated anemia

Answer 2

Cardiovascular
● Ventricular volume overload
● Left ventricular dilation
● Left ventricular hypertrophy
● ↑ Cardiovascular mortality risk
Non-cardiovascular
● Impaired cognitive function
● Decreased exercise capacity
● Reduced quality of life
● More frequent hospitalization

Question 3

Anemia: Signs and Symptoms

Answer 3

Symptoms
● Fatigue
● Lethargy
● Decreased stamina
● Dyspnea
● Cold intolerance
● Angina
● Dizziness
● Cognitive disturbances
● palpitations
Signs
● Pallor
● Cheilosis (cracks in sides of mouth)
● Glossitis
● Tachycardia
● Syncope
● Orthostatic hypotension
● Cardiac or spleen enlargement
● Infections