Which statement about peritoneal dialysis is true?
A) Peritoneal dialysis is more effective than hemodialysis
B) A catheter is inserted into the abdomen during peritoneal dialysis
C) Peritoneal dialysis us effective only in patients with acute renal failure
D) A constant low-grade fever is normal and common in patients receiving peritoneal dialysis
B) A catheter is inserted into the abdomen during peritoneal dialysis
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