Question

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the nurse provides home - care instructions to a client undergoing hemodialysis with regard to care of an arteriovenous (av) fistula. which statement by the client indicates an understanding of the instructions?
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1. \i should check the fistula every day by feeling it for a vibration.\
2. \i am glad that the laboratory will be able to draw my blood from the fistula.\
3. \i should wear a shirt with tight arms to provide some compression on the fistula.\
4. \i should check my blood pressure in the arm where i have my fistula every week.\

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Explanation:

Checking the arteriovenous (AV) fistula daily for a vibration (thrill) is a correct self - care measure. Drawing blood from the fistula in the laboratory is not routine and can cause damage. Tight clothing can compress the fistula and impede blood flow. Taking blood pressure in the arm with the fistula can also cause damage.

Answer:

1. "I should check the fistula every day by feeling it for a vibration."