Complications of Hemodialysis questions with correct answers

Air Embolism - Ans Air bubbles entering the bloodstream and flow into a vessel small enough to block by the air. The air in the vessel acts similar to a a blood clot, stopping blood flow. What are causes of an Air Embolism? - Ans -Improper primed dialyzer and bloodlines -Empty Saline bag -Defective/disarmed extracorporeal air detector -Loose arterial needle connection -cracked dialyzer -open end of central venous catheter What are signs and symptoms of an Air Embolism? - Ans -Air in venous bloodline -Decrease in level of consciousness -coughing -seizures -vomiting -hypotension -Cyanosis (Bluish skin due to lack of oxygen) -patient complaints of train sound/rushing air, chest pain, anxiety, and vision problems What are interventions of an Air Embolism? - Ans Pct -Clamp venous line, turn off pump, and notify RN -C=