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What type of dialysis is only available as a dependent therapy?

Home Peritoneal Dialysis

Home Hemodialysis

Peritoneal Dialysis

Hemodialysis (correct)

How often do patients receiving hemodialysis typically go to the hospital or clinic for treatment?

Once a week

Four times a week

Twice a week

Three times a week (correct)

What is the purpose of having a daily fluid limit and restricted diet in hemodialysis?

To increase energy levels

To prevent buildup of waste and fluids between sessions (correct)

To make the treatment more convenient

To reduce the need for dialysis sessions

How much blood is typically outside the body at any given time during hemodialysis?

250 ml Signup and view all the answers

What type of access is usually created in the arm for hemodialysis?

Fistula Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the dialyzer in hemodialysis?

Filters out waste and excess fluid from the blood Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of dialysis treatment?

To clean the blood and remove excess fluid Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the difference between peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis?

Peritoneal dialysis uses the lining of the abdomen to filter blood, while hemodialysis filters blood outside the body. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to understand that dialysis is a treatment, not a cure?

Because dialysis does not repair or fully replace a healthy kidney Signup and view all the answers

What determines whether a person will undergo independent or dependent dialysis?

Their overall health, lifestyle goals, and personal circumstances Signup and view all the answers

Why do most people get more hours of dialysis with independent (home-based) treatments?

To achieve better overall well-being Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely outcome for someone who begins dialysis treatments?

They will need dialysis for the rest of their life unless they have a successful kidney transplant Signup and view all the answers