A 55‑year‑old with CKD (uACR 360 mg/g) and HTN is on a thiazide. What medication should be initiated to reduce CKD progression?...

Question

A 55‑year‑old with CKD (uACR 360 mg/g) and HTN is on a thiazide. What medication should be initiated to reduce CKD progression?

Accepted Answer

ACE inhibitor or ARB titrated to maximal tolerated dose

Answer

Calcium channel blocker only

Answer

Direct renin inhibitor

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Loop diuretic only

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No changes needed

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): CKD with Albuminuria-RAAS Blockade