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Internist module: CKD + stroke secondary prevention (BP, antithrombotics, dosing safety) — care coordination
Internist-focused considerations for stroke survivors with CKD: higher vascular risk, medication safety/bleeding risk considerations, BP measurement pitfalls, lab monitoring loops, and when to coordinate with nephrology.
ClinicianClinicianAdvanced25 minClinical (pro)
Educational only
Educational only — dosing/therapy decisions require guideline-concordant individualized assessment and coordination.
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For major bleeding, severe hyperkalemia symptoms, or acute neuro deficits, seek emergency evaluation.
Key takeaways
- Recognize CKD as a high-risk modifier in secondary prevention
- Create a monitoring loop for renal function and medication safety (concept)
- Identify when to coordinate with nephrology/cardiology for complex antithrombotic and BP management
Risk lens
- Higher vascular risk
- Higher bleeding risk
Workflow
- eGFR trend
- Electrolytes
- Anemia
- Medication reconciliation
Coordination triggers
- Rapid eGFR decline
- Recurrent bleeding
- Complex dual therapy
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What you’ll practice
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