The patient's signs and symptoms indicate a sudden worsening of pre-existing chronic kidney disease.
Used when a patient with established chronic kidney disease presents with new or worsening symptoms and signs suggestive of a decline in kidney function.
"Patient presented with edema, shortness of breath, and decreased urine output. Clinical picture suggests acute exacerbation of chronic kidney disease."
This phrase should be used in conjunction with objective findings and laboratory results to support the assessment.
Common questions about using medical phrases in clinical documentation