29 Questions
What is the purpose of draining the peritoneal dialysis solution into a drainage bag?
To discard the used solution along with waste products
Why should the dialysate for peritoneal dialysis be warmed to body temperature before use?
To decrease the likelihood of peritonitis
What is a common complication associated with poor dialysate flow in peritoneal dialysis?
Dialysate leakage
Which of the following best describes Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)?
Causes nearly 100% of nephrons to have cysts from birth
How do symptoms like abdominal/flank pain and hypertension relate to Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)?
Result from kidney enlargement and renal ischemia in PKD
What is a key step in nursing care for patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis?
Recording the total amount of outflow during dialysis
What is the purpose of anticoagulation during hemodialysis?
To prevent blood clots in the dialyzer or tubing
What are the possible causes of Rapid Progressive Glomerulonephritis?
Previous infection or systemic disease
What temperature is the dialysate warmed to during hemodialysis?
100℉
Which of the following is a symptom of Uremia?
Nausea, vomiting, anorexia
How does Acute Kidney Injury differ from Rapid Progressive Glomerulonephritis?
Acute Kidney Injury results from direct kidney damage while Rapid Progressive Glomerulonephritis results from systemic diseases.
How often do most patients require hemodialysis per week?
12 hours
What is the route of vascular access commonly used in hemodialysis?
AV fistula
What is the main intervention for preventing complications in patients with renal issues?
Daily weight monitoring and fluid restriction
What is the most commonly used anticoagulant during hemodialysis?
Heparin
What differentiates Prerenal Acute Kidney Injury from Intrarenal Acute Kidney Injury?
Prerenal AKI results from severe drop in blood pressure or interruption of blood flow, while Intrarenal AKI is within the kidneys due to trauma or medications.
What is the main method by which waste products move during hemodialysis?
Diffusion
Why is fluid restriction important in patients with Uremia?
To avoid uremia from worsening
Which symptom should a nurse monitor for in a patient taking digoxin and phosphate binders together?
Muscle weakness
How should a patient be advised to take phosphate binders if they are also prescribed digoxin?
Take them with meals but separate from digoxin by 2 hours
What is the common cause of UTI according to the provided information?
Bacteria from the intestinal tract
Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) mentioned in the text?
Chemotherapy
What intervention should be implemented for a patient experiencing anxiety or depression related to renal failure diagnosis?
Encouragement of the client to ask questions and discuss fears
What symptom should raise concerns about hypophosphatemia in a patient according to the text?
Confusion
What is the consequence of increased phosphorus levels in the blood?
Decreased calcium in blood
What can untreated uremic pericarditis lead to?
Pericardial effusion
What can be a cause/result of cardiac hypertension?
Fluid overload
What is a common symptom of uremia affecting the gastrointestinal system?
Stomatitis
Which clinical manifestations are associated with hematologic changes in patients with kidney disorders?
Anemia
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