A Client Diagnosed with Chronic Renal Failure Asks the Nurse

question 19

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with chronic renal failure asks the nurse, "What's the difference between hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis?" Which of the following statements best explains the difference?

• A) "Hemodialysis is done three times a week and lasts 3 to 4 hours; peritoneal dialysis is done daily."
• B) "Hemodialysis uses a graft or fistula and pumps blood through a semipermeable membrane in a hemodialyzer as the filter. Peritoneal dialysis uses the peritoneal lining of the abdominal cavity as the filter."
• C) "Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis use different equipment."
• D) "There are different dietary requirements for hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis."

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