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What is the purpose of draining the peritoneal dialysis solution into a drainage bag?
What is the purpose of draining the peritoneal dialysis solution into a drainage bag?
- To reuse the solution for the next dialysis session
- To prevent peritonitis and other infections
- To monitor the color of the drained solution for abnormalities
- To discard the used solution along with waste products (correct)
Why should the dialysate for peritoneal dialysis be warmed to body temperature before use?
Why should the dialysate for peritoneal dialysis be warmed to body temperature before use?
- To improve the flow of dialysate during the procedure
- To reduce the risk of electrolyte imbalances
- To prevent constipation in the patient
- To decrease the likelihood of peritonitis (correct)
What is a common complication associated with poor dialysate flow in peritoneal dialysis?
What is a common complication associated with poor dialysate flow in peritoneal dialysis?
- Respiratory distress
- Dialysate leakage (correct)
- Polycystic kidney disease
- Hypertension
Which of the following best describes Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)?
Which of the following best describes Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)?
How do symptoms like abdominal/flank pain and hypertension relate to Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)?
How do symptoms like abdominal/flank pain and hypertension relate to Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)?
What is a key step in nursing care for patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis?
What is a key step in nursing care for patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis?
What is the purpose of anticoagulation during hemodialysis?
What is the purpose of anticoagulation during hemodialysis?
What are the possible causes of Rapid Progressive Glomerulonephritis?
What are the possible causes of Rapid Progressive Glomerulonephritis?
What temperature is the dialysate warmed to during hemodialysis?
What temperature is the dialysate warmed to during hemodialysis?
Which of the following is a symptom of Uremia?
Which of the following is a symptom of Uremia?
How does Acute Kidney Injury differ from Rapid Progressive Glomerulonephritis?
How does Acute Kidney Injury differ from Rapid Progressive Glomerulonephritis?
How often do most patients require hemodialysis per week?
How often do most patients require hemodialysis per week?
What is the route of vascular access commonly used in hemodialysis?
What is the route of vascular access commonly used in hemodialysis?
What is the main intervention for preventing complications in patients with renal issues?
What is the main intervention for preventing complications in patients with renal issues?
What is the most commonly used anticoagulant during hemodialysis?
What is the most commonly used anticoagulant during hemodialysis?
What differentiates Prerenal Acute Kidney Injury from Intrarenal Acute Kidney Injury?
What differentiates Prerenal Acute Kidney Injury from Intrarenal Acute Kidney Injury?
What is the main method by which waste products move during hemodialysis?
What is the main method by which waste products move during hemodialysis?
Why is fluid restriction important in patients with Uremia?
Why is fluid restriction important in patients with Uremia?
Which symptom should a nurse monitor for in a patient taking digoxin and phosphate binders together?
Which symptom should a nurse monitor for in a patient taking digoxin and phosphate binders together?
How should a patient be advised to take phosphate binders if they are also prescribed digoxin?
How should a patient be advised to take phosphate binders if they are also prescribed digoxin?
What is the common cause of UTI according to the provided information?
What is the common cause of UTI according to the provided information?
Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) mentioned in the text?
What intervention should be implemented for a patient experiencing anxiety or depression related to renal failure diagnosis?
What intervention should be implemented for a patient experiencing anxiety or depression related to renal failure diagnosis?
What symptom should raise concerns about hypophosphatemia in a patient according to the text?
What symptom should raise concerns about hypophosphatemia in a patient according to the text?
What is the consequence of increased phosphorus levels in the blood?
What is the consequence of increased phosphorus levels in the blood?
What can untreated uremic pericarditis lead to?
What can untreated uremic pericarditis lead to?
What can be a cause/result of cardiac hypertension?
What can be a cause/result of cardiac hypertension?
What is a common symptom of uremia affecting the gastrointestinal system?
What is a common symptom of uremia affecting the gastrointestinal system?
Which clinical manifestations are associated with hematologic changes in patients with kidney disorders?
Which clinical manifestations are associated with hematologic changes in patients with kidney disorders?
