A 74-year-old man with chronic kidney disease stage 3b (eGFR 35 mL/min/1.73 m^2) presents with rising creatinine and small kidneys on ultrasound. Bloo...

Question

A 74-year-old man with chronic kidney disease stage 3b (eGFR 35 mL/min/1.73 m^2) presents with rising creatinine and small kidneys on ultrasound. Blood pressure is 135/80 mm Hg on ACE inhibitor. Which statement best reflects appropriate blood pressure management in CKD according to Canadian guidance?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure target should be

Answer

No specific blood pressure target is required in CKD

Answer

ACE inhibitors are contraindicated in CKD

ca-mccqe1 MCQ (SBA): Chronic kidney disease blood pressure target