Question 81 · LEK · Chronic kidney disease
Which of the following accelerates the progression of chronic kidney disease?
- A. cigarette smoking.
- B. obesity.
- C. excessive dietary protein.
- D. A, B, and C are true.
- E. A and B are true.
Hint
Consider modifiable lifestyle factors that cause glomerular hyperfiltration or vascular injury.
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