Which of the following is the most likely candidate to initiate dialysis due to chronic kidney disease (CKD)?
A. A 46-year-old man with hypertension and GFR = 42 mL/min
B. A 64-year-old woman with type 2 diabetes and GFR = 28 mL/min
C. A 76-year-old man with anemia and GFR = 53 mL/min
D. A 58-year-old woman with heart disease and GFR = 46 mL/min
Answer: B. A 64-year-old woman with type 2 diabetes and GFR = 28 mL/min
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