Question

A 62-year-old woman with non-dialysis CKD (G3aA2) and uncontrolled hypertension on ACE inhibitor asks about proteinuria management. Which is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Maximize ACEi/ARB dose as tolerated to reduce albuminuria

Answer

Stop ACE inhibitor due to hyperkalemia risk in all CKD

Answer

Add NSAID to reduce proteinuria

Answer

Avoid SGLT2 inhibitors in CKD

Answer

Rely on diet alone; no medication affects albuminuria

Practice question

A 62-year-old woman with non-dialysis CKD (G3aA2) and uncontrolled hypertension on ACE inhibitor asks about proteinuria management. Which is recommended?