DaVita's PCT Final Exam questions and answers
Ultrafiltration is defined as: ANSWER-Fluid pushed through the semipermeable membrane If a patient with acute kidney injury (AKI) dialyzes in the outpatient facility, one task of the patient care teammates is to monitor blood pressure and weight closely. Why is this important? ANSWER-Hypovolemia and hypotensive episodes can cause renal ischemia and can further damage the kidneys. ***The underlying cause of prerenal kidney failure is hypovolemia or poor perfusion. Care must be taken to understand patients who are at high risk. Your role in anemia management includes: ANSWER-Rinsing back as much of the patient’s blood as you can at the termination of each treatment.
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