Peritoneal dialysis is a method of blood cleansing for patients with impaired liver function. A catheter is surgically inserted into the abdomen, and a solution called dialysate is drained into the cavity to collect waste products from the body. There are different types of peritoneal dialysis, and it can be conducted at home. However, there […]
Dialysis is a procedure that removes fluid, electrolytes, and waste products from the blood when the kidneys fail. Chronic dialysis is needed for end-stage renal disease (ESRD), which is often caused by diabetes or hypertension. There are two main types of chronic dialysis: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Patients on chronic dialysis must follow a strict […]
Kidney dialysis filters the blood of excess fluid, minerals, and waste when the kidneys can no longer do it themselves. Patients attend a dialysis center or receive dialysis at home using a special machine. Dialysis is necessary for chronic kidney failure patients and can be covered by Medicare or private insurance. Home dialysis requires a […]
A dialysis nurse, usually an RN, specializes in working with patients with kidney disease or failure who require dialysis. They monitor patients, operate dialysis machines, and identify complications. They also administer medications and develop long-term relationships with patients to educate and encourage compliance with prescribed diets. A dialysis nurse is a licensed practical nurse (LPN) […]
