Question

A 68-year-old man with chronic kidney disease stage 3 (eGFR 40 mL/min/1.73 m²) and long-standing hypertension is being followed in clinic. According to Hypertension Canada and kidney protection principles, which target blood pressure is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

<130/80 mmHg, if tolerated

Answer

<150/90 mmHg

Answer

<140/90 mmHg

Answer

<120/70 mmHg for all patients

Answer

No specific target is required in CKD

Practice question

A 68-year-old man with chronic kidney disease stage 3 (eGFR 40 mL/min/1.73 m²) and long-standing hypertension is being followed in clinic. According to Hypertension Canada and kidney protection principles, which target blood pressure is most appropriate?