33. CKD

Question 1

What GFR must one have to be considered CKD

Answer 1

<60 and must be low for 3 months prior to diagnosis

Question 2

Stage 1 CKD

Answer 2

normal/high GFR (60-120mL/min) - proteinuria for 3+ months

Question 3

Stage 2 CKD

Answer 3

GFR 60-89 - Mild loss of renal function with proteinuria. kidney damage

Question 4

Stage 3 CKD

Answer 4

GFR 30-59 - eval and begin treatment

Question 5

Stage 4 CKD

Answer 5

GFR 15-29 - prep for dialysis

Question 6

Stage 5 CKD (ESRD)

Answer 6

GFR <15 - begin dialysis