A 67-year-old with CKD on ACEi develops mild persistent hyperkalemia (K+ 5.6) without ECG changes. Which chronic measure is reasonable to allow ACEi c...

Question

A 67-year-old with CKD on ACEi develops mild persistent hyperkalemia (K+ 5.6) without ECG changes. Which chronic measure is reasonable to allow ACEi continuation?

Accepted Answer

Add low-dose diuretic and consider potassium binder

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Stop ACEi permanently

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Restrict fluids

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Start beta-blocker

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Dialysis

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

A 67-year-old with CKD on ACEi develops mild persistent hyperkalemia (K+ 5.6) without ECG changes. Which chronic measure is reasonable to allow ACEi continuation?