Hemodialysis: Treatment and Complications

Subject areas

This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.

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Policy Statement

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the policies of NurseCe4Less.com and the continuing nursing education requirements of the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation for registered nurses.

 

Continuing Education Credit Designation

This educational activity is credited for 2.5 hours at completion of the activity. Pharmacology content is 0.5 hours (30 minutes).

 

Statement of Learning Need

Hemodialysis provides lifesaving treatment to patients with end-stage renal disease. The risk of hemodialysis complications is influenced by multiple factors, including patient comorbidity, demographics and the availability of hemodialysis services based on geographics and the availability of a trained health team and equipment. A high role of the nephrology health team and interdisciplinary members must include the basic care for renal replacement therapy and associated psychosocial needs of patients and families affected by chronic disease.

Course Purpose

To provide health team professionals with knowledge of hemodialysis indications, treatment options, and quality of life assessment tools to support patients with end-stage renal disease to achieve quality care outcomes.

Target Audience

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, Registered Nurses, and other Interdisciplinary Health Team Members.

 

Disclosures

Noah Carpenter, MD, William Cook, PhD, Douglas Lawrence, MA, Jennifer McAnally, DNP, PMHNP-BC, Susan DePasquale, MSN, FPMHNP-BC – all have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.

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