Question

A 60-year-old with type 2 diabetes presents with nephrotic-range proteinuria and retinopathy. What is the best initial management step to reduce progression of nephropathy?

Accepted Answer

ACE inhibitor (e.g., ramipril)

Answer

High-dose diuretics

Answer

Beta-blocker

Answer

Immunosuppressants

Answer

Salt restriction alone

Practice question

A 60-year-old with type 2 diabetes presents with nephrotic-range proteinuria and retinopathy. What is the best initial management step to reduce progression of nephropathy?