Essential Pre-Dialysis Preparation Actions

Hard Reduction Of Risk Potential Therapeutic Procedures

A patient with end-stage renal disease is scheduled to undergo dialysis for the first time. As the nurse, it is crucial to prepare the patient for this therapeutic procedure effectively. Which of the following pre-procedure actions are essential for ensuring the patient’s safety during the dialysis process? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply:

Review the patient's current medications and hold any that may affect coagulation.

Ensure the patient has signed informed consent for the procedure.

Check the patient’s vital signs and assess for any abnormalities prior to starting.

Educate the patient about the dialysis process, including potential side effects.

Verify the placement and patency of the dialysis access site.

Obtain a baseline weight for comparison post-dialysis.

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