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WorksheetsPeritoneal Dialysis
Total questions: 5
Worksheet time: 3mins
How many hours does PD typically occur each night?
8-10 hours
4-5 hours
2 hours
15 hours
What are the two different ways of performing PD? (2 answers)
Continuous Cycling Peritoneal Dialysis (CCPD)
Nocturnal Peritoneal Dialysis
Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD)
Intermittent abdominal hemodialysis (IAH)
How often are PD treatments done at home?
Every day
Every other day
Only on weekends
Only on weekdays
What are the benefits of PD? (select all that apply)
Diet is less restrictive
Helps extend the life of your remaining kidney function
Gentler on the body
Works around your life and schedule
Which of these is a PD MYTH?
I have to get rid of my pets to do PD at home
We can arrange more frequent deliveries if you live in a smaller space
Patients can shower once their exit site has healed
Patients have less restrictive diet guidelines after starting PD
