Question

A 65-year-old with hypertension and CKD asks about dietary protein intake. Which recommendation aligns with CKD guidance?

Accepted Answer

Limit protein intake to ~0.8 g/kg/day unless contraindicated

Answer

Increase protein to >1.5 g/kg/day

Answer

No protein guidance is necessary

Answer

Very low protein diet for all CKD

Answer

High-protein diet for muscle building regardless of CKD

Practice question

A 65-year-old with hypertension and CKD asks about dietary protein intake. Which recommendation aligns with CKD guidance?