1.3 Continous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD)

The contraindication for CAPD treatment is

• living in a remote area.

• had controlled diabetes mellitus.

• limited vision with good family support.

• having history of multiple abdominal surgeries.

When assessing a patient's readiness for CAPD, which factor is most critical for success?

• Family size.

• Educational level.

• Distance from dialysis center.

• Self-care ability and motivation.

Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD) is a

• form of dialysis that uses a machine to filter blood during nighttime.

• procedure where blood is filtered through an external dialyzer.

• dialysis method that requires hospital visits three times a week.

• type of dialysis performed manually throughout the day without the use of a machine.

The typical frequency of exchanges in CAPD

• once daily.

• every other day.

• two times daily.

• four times daily

The most common complication associated with CAPD is

• anemia.

• peritonitis.

• hyperkalemia.

• hypertension