Which Patient Situation Would Increase the Risk for Developing Dialysis

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which patient situation would increase the risk for developing dialysis disequilibrium syndrome?

• A) Peritoneal dialysis provided in a home environment
• B) Patient who received an ACE inhibitor prior to hemodialysis
• C) A known history of long-term substance abuse
• D) Patient undergoing first hemodialysis treatment

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