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What is the function of the dialyzer in hemodialysis?
What is the function of the dialyzer in hemodialysis?
- Generate dialysate
- Maintain ideal electrolyte concentrations
- Remove excess fluid using ultrafiltration
- Circulate blood through a synthetic semipermeable membrane (correct)
In hemodialysis, how are toxins and wastes primarily removed from the blood?
In hemodialysis, how are toxins and wastes primarily removed from the blood?
- Dialysate circulation
- Osmosis
- Diffusion (correct)
- Ultrafiltration
What is the purpose of osmosis in hemodialysis?
What is the purpose of osmosis in hemodialysis?
- To remove uremic toxins and wastes
- To circulate the dialysate
- To move fluid under high pressure
- To remove excess fluid from the blood (correct)
What is the preferred method of permanent vascular access for dialysis?
What is the preferred method of permanent vascular access for dialysis?
Why is heparin given during dialysis?
Why is heparin given during dialysis?
Which vein is rarely used for vascular access in hemodialysis due to an increased risk of central stenosis?
Which vein is rarely used for vascular access in hemodialysis due to an increased risk of central stenosis?
How is immediate access for acute hemodialysis typically achieved?
How is immediate access for acute hemodialysis typically achieved?
What are some risks associated with the method of vascular access involving catheters?
What are some risks associated with the method of vascular access involving catheters?
In PD, which membrane serves as the semipermeable membrane for the clearance of uremic toxins?
In PD, which membrane serves as the semipermeable membrane for the clearance of uremic toxins?
What does the movement of solute from the blood into the dialysate fluid through the peritoneal membrane in peritoneal dialysis represent?
What does the movement of solute from the blood into the dialysate fluid through the peritoneal membrane in peritoneal dialysis represent?
What is the primary function of the cuffs made of Dacron polyester in most adult catheters used in dialysis?
What is the primary function of the cuffs made of Dacron polyester in most adult catheters used in dialysis?
What type of medications are typically not well dialyzed out during hemodialysis?
What type of medications are typically not well dialyzed out during hemodialysis?
