Urology and Nephrology
AANP Resources by Therapeutic Area
Continuing Education Courses
The AANP CE Center offers a wide variety of continuing education (CE) activities for nurse practitioners (NPs). Members of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) get more, including access to many free activities and significantly discounted rates on others. Several activities are available on urology and nephrology.
NP Tools and Resources
Kidney Decline: Sounding the Alarm on the Silent Killer
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects more than 35 million Americans, yet many individuals remain unaware of their condition until it has progressed to advanced stages. Early recognition and timely intervention are critical to slowing disease progression and improving patient outcomes.
This clinical reference handout provides a concise, evidence-informed reference designed to support NPs in clinical practice. The resource highlights:
- Key risk factors and conditions associated with CKD
- Early signs and symptoms that may signal kidney decline
- CKD staging using glomerular filtration rate (GFR) and albuminuria
- Guidance on assessment, management and referral to kidney specialty care
- Considerations for timely transplant evaluation and referral
By supporting earlier identification and action, this resource helps clinicians address kidney disease before it reaches advanced stages.
This content was developed independently by American Association of Nurse Practitioners and supported by a healthcare contribution from Sanofi. AANP is an independent, non-profit organization representing healthcare providers and does not endorse or promote any specific commercial entities, products, services, or treatments.
Patient Education Tools and Resources
Type 2 Diabetes and Kidney Health
This practical and informational handout has been created to facilitate shared decision-making conversations between the NP and their patients about type 2 diabetes (T2D) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). The checklist format enables users to easily keep track of information like recent kidney and diabetes lab tests, blood pressure readings, CKD stage and kidney-protective medications. In order to optimize kidney health, an individualized plan of care — incorporating lifestyle changes, treatments and referrals — is included.
This activity is supported by an independent medical educational grant from Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Eli Lilly and Company.
AANP Community
Engage, Learn, Network and Progress Practice in Urology and Nephrology
The Urology and Nephrology Specialty Practice Group (SPG) offers a unique opportunity to interactively collaborate with colleagues who share an interest or clinical expertise in urology and nephrology. As an SPG member, you’ll have access to a cutting-edge, online forum where you can engage in discussions, document sharing and knowledge exchange with fellow NPs. Come learn, share and help progress the development of theory and practice in urology and nephrology.
External Resources
Conveniently Curated Information From Other Top Sources
There are many resources available for both patients and providers. Some are listed below for your convenience. Inclusion of these links does not imply AANP endorsement.
Nephrology
- National Kidney Disease Education Program.
- U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Final Recommendation on Screening for Chronic Kidney Disease.