Great post, Sara. There are many different causes of chronic kidney disease. The patient will need to have diagnostic test preformed in order to determine the exact cause of CKD. Once the cause is determined, treatment may begin. In the case of hypertension treatment will be hypertensive medication as you stated. Along with hypertensive medication, diet and exercise may also be implemented to aid in lowering blood pressure. Once the underlying cause of CKD is treated and properly maintained then CKD progression will be slower. In the event that the patient does not adhere to their treatment plan CKD can progress aggressively and worsen. Once this occurs dialysis may be necessary.
