Question

36 of 50 the nurse is caring for a client with chronic kidney disease on a medical - surgical unit; the client requires hemodialysis but is not tolerating it. what other treatment consideration could be used that would be effective for this client? answer options 1 slow down the dialysis filtration. 2 stop dialysis and call the nephrologist. 3 pause the dialysis machine and allow the client a break. 4 continuous renal replacement therapy may be better tolerated.

Explanation:

Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) is a slower - paced form of dialysis compared to hemodialysis and may be better tolerated by clients who cannot tolerate the latter. Slowing down dialysis filtration may not fully address the intolerance issue. Stopping dialysis and calling the nephrologist is a reactive measure but doesn't offer an alternative treatment right away. Pausing the dialysis machine for a break is a temporary measure and not a long - term alternative treatment.

Answer:

1. Continuous renal replacement therapy may be better tolerated.