The nurse evaluates that the client is performing continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis correctly at home when the client:
A. Applies a mask before the procedure
B. Remains in bed most of the day
C. Keeps the dialysate cool for use
D. Leaves the solution in for a 30-minute dwell time
A
A. When a client is performing peritoneal dialysis in the home, client must wear mask.
B. One major advantage of CAPD is that it allows the client to be out of the hospital, maintain the system at home, and continue with daily activities.
C. Dialysate is warmed.
D. Dwell time for CAPD is 3 to 5 hours. (CAPD client folds tubing and infusion bag on abdomen, which is concealed by clothing, and uses same bag and tubing for drain cycle.)
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