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GOAL:

  
 

 •   Identify patients at risk for progression of kidney disease or patients with reversible conditions.

 •   Promote the recognition of abnormal kidney function.

 •   Slow the progression of kidney disease.

 •   Prevent or treat metabolic, hematologic, and cardiovascular abnormalities.

 •   Describe the referral points to specialty care.

 •   Encourage the preparation of the patient for end stage renal disease (access) at an appropriate time.