A 63-year-old with CKD G3a-A1 and recurrent hyperkalemia on ACE inhibitor asks about continuation. Which adjunct reduces hyperkalemia to maintain RAAS...

Question

A 63-year-old with CKD G3a-A1 and recurrent hyperkalemia on ACE inhibitor asks about continuation. Which adjunct reduces hyperkalemia to maintain RAAS blockade?

Accepted Answer

Patiromer or sodium zirconium cyclosilicate

Answer

Stop ACE inhibitor always

Answer

Kayexalate routinely

Answer

High-potassium diet

Answer

Add spironolactone

us-abim MCQ (SBA): CKD (Hyperkalemia Management)

A 63-year-old with CKD G3a-A1 and recurrent hyperkalemia on ACE inhibitor asks about continuation. Which adjunct reduces hyperkalemia to maintain RAAS blockade?