Monday, December 12, 2011

STEP BY STEP DESCRIPTION

POST DIALYSIS:

1.At the time of the prescribed time,the patient is described from the plumbing-blood lines(which is removed and discarded,exceptperhaps for the filter,which may be sterilized and reused for the same patient at a later date).Needle wounds (in case of fistula)are bandaged with gause,held for up to 1 hour with direct pressure to stop bleeding,and then taped in place.the process is similar to getting blood drawn,only it is lengthier,and more fluid or blood is lost.

2.Temperature,standing and sitting blood pressure,and weight are all measured again.Temperature changes may indicate infection.BP discussed above.Weighing is to confirm the removal of the desired amount of fluid.

3.Care staff varifies that the patient is  in condition suitable for leaving.The patient must be able to stand(if previously able),maintain a reasonable blood pressure,and be coherent(if normally coherent)Different rules apply for in-patient treatment.

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