HEMODIALYSIS VS PERITONEAL DIALYSIS

Course overview

Hemodialysis (HD) and peritoneal dialysis (PD) are treatments for acute kidney injury (AKI, formerly referred to as acute renal failure) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD). In AKI and ESRD, renal function is severely compromised, resulting in the buildup of toxic nitrogenic waste products and excess fluid. HD and PD differ in process, duration and timing of treatment, where they can be performed, and availability. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of the similarities and differences between HD and PD, and to aid in caring for the patient requiring dialysis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.