A patient is admitted to the hospital for further evaluation of stage 4 kidney disease.The patient is known to have been born with only one kidney,and on routine checkup it was found that the patient's kidney function was markedly abnormal.One year ago,the patient's laboratory tests were relatively normal.The patient's blood pressure was monitored,and it was decided that medications would be necessary to treat the patient's hypertension.The patient was advised about fluid intake and restriction and dietary considerations regarding protein and potassium.Referral was made to a nephrologist because the CKD appears to be progressing rapidly,and arrangements may be necessary for dialysis.Final Diagnosis: Chronic progressive renal failure,stage 4.Hypertension.

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The Answer of A patient is admitted to the hospital for further evaluation of stage 4 kidney disease.The patient is known to have been born with only one kidney,and on routine checkup it was found that the patient's kidney function was markedly abnormal.One year ago,the patient's laboratory tests were relatively normal.The patient's blood pressure was monitored,and it was decided that medications would be necessary to treat the patient's hypertension.The patient was advised about fluid intake and restriction and dietary considerations regarding protein and potassium.Referral was made to a nephrologist because the CKD appears to be progressing rapidly,and arrangements may be necessary for dialysis.Final Diagnosis: Chronic progressive renal failure,stage 4.Hypertension.

A Patient Is Admitted to the Hospital for Further Evaluation