The nurse is reinforcing teaching on how to care for a new fistula in the left arm for dialysis. Which of these patient statements indicates correct understanding? (Select all that apply.)
a. "Keep my arm elevated at all times."
b. "Do not sleep on my arm."
c. "Keep a firm bandage on my arm."
d. "Do not allow blood pressures to be taken on my left arm."
e. "Avoid carrying heavy things with my left arm."
f. "Wear loose clothing on my left arm."
ANS: B, D, E, F
The fistula must be protected from clotting. See Box 37.9.
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