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CKD stage 3 — UKMLA MCQ

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EasyRenal medicine & UrologyCKD stage 3UKMLA

A 62-year-old man with CKD stage 3 has a persistently elevated blood pressure of 145/90 mmHg. According to NICE guidelines, which antihypertensive class is preferred in CKD for nephroprotection?

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Correct answer: D — ACE inhibitor or ARB

ACE inhibitors or ARBs are recommended first-line in CKD to slow disease progression and offer renal protection, especially if there is proteinuria.

Reference: NICE Guideline NG203