Peritoneal Dialysis

By Candace Clark & Rachael Peterson, Fall 2001


1. A(n) ________ is used to fill the abdomen with cleaning solution.

    pump

    catheter

    I.V. line

    None of the above.

2. The dialysate contains the sugar ________.

    dextrose

    glucose

    sucrose

    Both a & c.

3. _______ may contribute to malnourishment in CAPD patients.

    Edema

    Peritoneal dialysis

    Lack of protein

    Increased taste sensitivity

4. Which of the following is a side effect associated with CAPD?

    renal osteodystrophy

    edema

    cardiac malfunctions

    All of the above.

5. During CAPD a machine is required and dialysate is removed.

    True

    False

6. Peritoneal dialysis exchanges usually last how long?

    30-40 minutes, 4 times a day.

    2-3 hours, 2 times a day.

    10-15 minutes, 4 times a day.

    None of the above.

7. Potassium, calcium, BUN and uric acid are a few of the commonly monitored blood values.

    True

    False

8. Medications commonly used in patients with peritoneal dialysis include

    phosphate binders.

    recombinant erythropoietin drugs.

    anti-hypersensitive drugs

    All of the above.

9. The diet for patients on peritoneal dialysis usually includes

    high protein

    low protein

    limited potassium

    Both high protein and limited potassium

10. These items are generally supplemented.

    fat-soluble vitamins

    water-soluble vitamins

    minerals

    both fat-soluble vitamins and minerals