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Published	10/08/2024	What comprises a 'kidney health check?' (3)
Published	10/08/2024	Indications for annual kidney check in non-first nation population? (2)
Published	10/08/2024	Indications for two yearly kidney check in non-first nation population? (4)
Published	10/08/2024	How frequently should someone >60 without risk factors get a kidney health check in non-first nation population? (1)
Published	10/08/2024	How often should an adult first nation person get a 'kidney health check'
Published	10/08/2024	Signs and symptoms of CKD?
Published	10/08/2024	Most common cause of CKD?
Published	10/08/2024	What two populations is eGFR not validated in?What biochemical marker to use in these groups?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD workup new patienteGFR <60Next step?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD workup new patientuACR >3Next step?What if the next result is normal?
Published	10/08/2024	What stages (GFR + albuminuria) defines the 'yellow clinical action plan' for CKD (2 - discrete groups)
Published	10/08/2024	What stages (GFR + albuminuria) defines the 'orange clinical action plan' for CKD (2 - discrete groups)
Published	10/08/2024	What stages (GFR + albuminuria) defines the 'red clinical action plan' for CKD (2 - discrete groups)
Published	10/08/2024	CKD diagnosis is made and need to determine the cause, what do you order?Pathology (6): {{c1::FBE, fasting lipids, glucose, uric acid, LFTs, CRP/…
Published	10/08/2024	CKD GuidelinesDiagnosis of CKD made, now determining causeWhat to order (in addition to those always indicated) if signs of systemic diease or glomeru…
Published	10/08/2024	CKD GuidelinesDiagnosis of CKD made, now determining causeWhat to order if suspect myeloma?2 tests
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Kidney cysts How common? What symptoms?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Kidney cysts When to investigate further? (5)
Published	10/14/2024	CKD Guidelines Polycystic Kidney disease Referral criteria based on number of cysts on USS for Age 15-39 {{c1::at least 3 in total}} Age 40-5…
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Yellow Clinical action plan   Frequency of review?   Clinical assessment checklist? (3)
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Lifestyle measures Management of: Smoking? Alcohol?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Lifestyle measures Management of: Nutrition? (3 components)
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Lifestyle measures Management of: Physical activity + weight
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Pharmacotherapy What medication is first-line for all people with CKD (irrespective of proteinuria)?What dose?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Pharmacotherapy What medication is to be considered for all patients with CKD and proteinuria?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Pharmacotherapy After commencing an ACE-I or ARB, when to check renal function for reversible eGFR drop? What % drop might make you …
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Pharmacotherapy After commencing an SGLT2-i, when to check renal function for reversible eGFR drop?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Orange clinical action plan Frequency of review?  {{c1::3-6 months}}   In addition to HBA1c, dipstick for haematuria and l…
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Red clinical action plan Frequency of review?  {{c1::Every 1-3 months}}   What additional part of clinical assessment? &nb…
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Pharmacotherapy for CKD + hypertension What medication good for elderly and people with angina?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Pharmacotherapy for CKD + hypertension At what egfr should you cease loop diuretics?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Pharmacotherapy for CKD + diabetes When to adjust / cease metformin dose?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Pharmacotherapy for CKD + diabetes Which SGLT2-I is the best for CKD?When can you not start it?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Pharmacotherapy for CKD + diabetes Which DPP4 inhibitor is the best for CKD?  {{c1::Linagliptin}} Not suitable for people with …
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines All patients with CKD should have a sick day management plan wchic involves withholding seven different medication classes - what ar…
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Management of kidney stones Once stone diagnosed, tests to order to determine the cause/workup of the stone? (5)
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines Management of kidney stones What would your plan be? (2)
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines When to refer to for possible medical emergency to centre with nephrologist:   1- Anyone with a rapidly declining eGFR defined …
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines When to refer to outpatient nephrologist eGFR standalone cutoff?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines When to refer to outpatient nephrologist   A sustained 12 month decrease in eGFR of {{c1::25%}} Or A sustained decrease in eGFR…
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guidelines When to refer to outpatient nephrologist   Blood pressure? (1)   UrineACR? (1)
Published	10/08/2024	Two indications for referral to nephrologist for first nations population? (in addition to normal population parameters)
Published	10/08/2024	Complications of CKD Acidosis Pharmacological management and goal?
Published	10/08/2024	Complications of CKD Albuminuria   Pharmacological management? Two options for all, two extra for T2DM   Goal of therapy?
Published	10/08/2024	Complications of CKD Anaemia   Treatment goals? (2)
Published	10/08/2024	Management of CKD Cognitive Decline Why screen and counsel?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guideline Haematuria You identify persistent, microscopic haematuria Next step?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guideline Haematuria You identify persistent, microscopic haematuria, no urine infection no albuminuria no reduced eGFR What is your next mana…
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guideline Haematuria You identify persistent, microscopic haematuria, There is associated albuminuria and/or reduced eGFR What is your next ma…
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guideline Haematuria   Most common cause of isolated haematuria under the age of 40 and no risk factors, (haematuria without albuminuria, …
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guideline Hyperuricaemia   Dietary factors? (3)
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guideline Hyperuricaemia Clinical gout present Pharmacological urate lowering therapy and dosing?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Guideline Mineral and bone disorders What stage CKD needs DEXA?
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Complications Pruritis Management advice? (4)
Published	10/08/2024	CKD Complications Restless legs   Evaluate severity with {{c1::resteless legs syndrome rating scale}} Check for {{c1::iron deficiency::cause}}…
Published	11/10/2024	List 5 general strategies a patient can implement to reduce risk of renal calculus recurrence? (CKD Guidelines)
Published	11/10/2024	List 5 complications of polycystic ovarian syndrome (5/6)
Published	01/13/2025	Initial investigations for suspected limb ischaemia?
Published	01/13/2025	Management of acute limb ischaemia? (4/6)
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