Vascular Access for Hemodialysis Central Venous Catheters
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What is the preferable location for insertion of a central venous catheter (CVC) for hemodialysis?

  • Femoral artery
  • Brachial vein
  • Internal jugular vein (correct)
  • Subclavian vein
  • What is the range of complications associated with central venous catheter (CVC) insertion for hemodialysis?

  • 20% to 25%
  • 2% to 5%
  • 5% to 19% (correct)
  • 30% to 35%
  • What infectious complication is associated with vascular access or catheter in hemodialysis patients?

  • Hepatitis C (correct)
  • Meningitis
  • Tuberculosis
  • Pneumonia
  • What is the main function of ultrafiltration in dialysis?

    <p>Regulation of fluid balance by removing excess fluid from the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of vascular access is recommended as the first choice for chronic hemodialysis?

    <p>Native arteriovenous fistula (AVF)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does an arteriovenous fistula (AVF) need for maturation?

    <p>6 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of preparing vascular access weeks to months before starting dialysis?

    <p>To ensure maturity and easier blood removal and replacement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 3 main jobs of the dialysis machine?

    <p>Pump blood, clean waste from blood, monitor BP and fluid removal rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the peritoneum in peritoneal dialysis?

    <p>To line the abdominal cavity and allow waste products and extra fluid to pass into the dialysis solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the dialysate in the dialyzer?

    <p>To help remove wastes and extra fluid from the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

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