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35-year-old woman presents with edema, stage 1 HTN

Written by Med-Challenger | Oct 31, 2024 2:00:00 PM

A 35-year-old woman presents with a history of type 2 diabetes and hypertension. Her blood pressure is 135/86 mm Hg. You note the presence of trace edema on both extremities. Urinalysis is positive for 2+ protein and no blood. You obtain urinalysis for a spot protein/creatinine ratio, which is 0.3 g/g (normal < 0.2 g/g). Her serum creatinine level is 0.6 mg/dL (normal range, 0.6-1.2).

Which of the following statements is correct?

  • She has stage 2 kidney disease.
  • She has stage 3 kidney disease.
  • She has stage 1 kidney disease.
  • She does not have kidney disease.

 

This question appears in Med-Challenger Family Medicine Exam Review with CME.

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