The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast cover image

REBOOT #321 Hypertension FAQ: Common Outpatient Cases with Dr. Jordy Cohen

The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

00:00

Optimizing Blood Pressure Management in CKD4 Patients

The chapter focuses on prescribing ACE inhibitors and ARBs for a 62-year-old female with hypertension and CKD4, debunking myths about these medications harming the kidneys and emphasizing their protective effects. Discussions include managing potassium levels, considering diuretics, and comparing torsomide and furosemide for blood pressure control. The importance of individualized treatment plans and close monitoring in patients with kidney disease is stressed, along with concerns about side effects like those seen with hydrolyzine.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app