CCHT Dialysis exam 2023| 238 questions| with complete solutions

What factors decrease K correct answer: Incorrxr pump speed, low BFR Factors that influence V correct answer: Height, weight, age, amputation, sex BFR for 17G needle correct answer: 200-250 BFR for 16G needle correct answer: 250-350 BFR FOR 15G needle correct answer: 350-450 BFR for 14g needle correct answer: 450 Post BUN lab draw steps correct answer: Turn off UF, bring down dialysate flow rate to 50, wait 15 seconds, obtain sample form arterial port False KT/v (increase) correct answer: BFR not decreased, did not wait 15 seconds before drawing, drew from venous line Low KT/V causes correct answer: Diluted sample(saline) Why is weight and BP important when monitoring AKI patients correct answer: Keep them wet so they don't dry out! AKI hypotensionepisodes due to correct answer: Less blood flow going to the kidneys causing ischemia Why is it important to know what caused PT chronic renal failure? correct answer: So we can treat complications and zone in on things during data collection When is a pre-treatment assessment by the licensed nurse required? correct answer: AKI patients or state mandate DQI purpose correct answer: A way for facilities to measure performance to improve our Pt quality of life When is it okay for a PT to be released from TX correct answer: Evaluate effectiveness of the Tx, and compare pre Tx to post Tx 4 reasons why we document on a medical record correct answer: 1. Proof care was rendered 2. Provides data continuity 3. Permanent legal record