DIALYSIS COMPREHENSIVE TEST PAPER
WITH SOLVED QUESTIONS
◉ What are common complications of peritoneal dialysis?
Answer: Exit site infection, peritonitis, hernias, lower back
problems, bleeding, and pulmonary complications.
◉ What is the procedure for hemodialysis?
Answer: Two needles are placed in a fistula or graft; one pulls
blood to the machine and the other returns dialyzed blood.
◉ What is the role of heparin in hemodialysis?
Answer: To prevent clotting during the dialysis process.
◉ What factors are assessed before beginning hemodialysis
treatment?
Answer: Fluid status, condition of vascular access, and
temperature.
◉ How often are vital signs taken during hemodialysis?
Answer: Every 30 to 60 minutes.
◉ What are common complications of hemodialysis?
WITH SOLVED QUESTIONS
◉ What are common complications of peritoneal dialysis?
Answer: Exit site infection, peritonitis, hernias, lower back
problems, bleeding, and pulmonary complications.
◉ What is the procedure for hemodialysis?
Answer: Two needles are placed in a fistula or graft; one pulls
blood to the machine and the other returns dialyzed blood.
◉ What is the role of heparin in hemodialysis?
Answer: To prevent clotting during the dialysis process.
◉ What factors are assessed before beginning hemodialysis
treatment?
Answer: Fluid status, condition of vascular access, and
temperature.
◉ How often are vital signs taken during hemodialysis?
Answer: Every 30 to 60 minutes.
◉ What are common complications of hemodialysis?
