Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Full-length
The home health nurse is caring for a 45-year-old client who is prescribed peritoneal dialysis for end-stage renal disease. For each of the actions performed by the client, click to specify whether the action is appropriate or not appropriate when performing peritoneal dialysis.
Correct answer
C,D,E,F
Rationale
A: Not appropriate, as microwaving can unevenly heat the dialysate, risking burns or degradation. B: Not appropriate, as a higher angle (e.g., 45 degrees) or upright position is preferred to facilitate drainage. C: Appropriate, as wearing a face mask reduces infection risk. D: Appropriate, as placing the drainage bag below the abdomen uses gravity to facilitate outflow. E: Appropriate, as cloudy outflow may indicate peritonitis, requiring prompt reporting. F: Appropriate, as changing positions can help resolve drainage issues.