Question

A 50-year-old man with NSTEMI has creatinine 2.0 mg/dL (eGFR 35). He asks about contrast risk during angiography. Which strategy aligns with guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Use minimal contrast volume and isotonic fluids; avoid nephrotoxins

Answer

Prophylactic high-dose N-acetylcysteine is required

Answer

Stop statin therapy

Answer

No need for hydration

Answer

Delay revascularization solely due to CKD

Practice question

A 50-year-old man with NSTEMI has creatinine 2.0 mg/dL (eGFR 35). He asks about contrast risk during angiography. Which strategy aligns with guidelines?