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  1. patient temperature post dialysis

    imperial posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Is anyone familiar with why a patient would develop a temp of 101 about3 hours post dialysis? Took two tylenol and in am no temp. Staff at this particular unit did not know why. This has happened...

  2. clinical experience for nurses and new ESRD regulations

    imperial posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I would like your feedback and opinions regarding the following. I can see that you all have a wealth of knowledge and I have learned much from you all. In reading through the new ESRD proposed...

  3. arterial and venous pressures

    imperial posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Can someone explain the arterial and venous pressures. Would a 130 - 150 be considered

  4. arterial and venous pressures

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Would that mean that -130 would be good. A larger needle was used, not sure why, but that is what nurse told patient. Usually AP runs -200. This was contributed to larger needle and nurse said that...

  5. Davita/Gambro

    imperial replied to BSNgrad2004's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Again I have come to believe that nurses who work dialysis, as well as techs are 'caught in the middle'. The corporations are out to make money for the stockholders. End of that. So, forget the part...

  6. patient temperature post dialysis

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Well, It certainly is interesting. We looked at the patient handbook which clearly states that a temp after dialysis, after the patient gets home, can be a reaction to the dialzyer.. The Rn stated...

  7. patient temperature post dialysis

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Sorry, did not mean strange that tylenol took temp down, strange that it happens after dialysis and no one knows why.... then it goes away. wonder if it could be some inflammatory process? thx. just...

  8. patient temperature post dialysis

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    thanks all... what is really strange is that the temp went away with tylenol, but apparently the patient has experienced this before wtih dialysis. Any ideas, staff at unit and doc say.. 'i don't...

  9. patient temperature post dialysis

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    thanks

  10. Fmc

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    The bottom line is the care is only as good as that individual who is giving it. There is good and bad in all dialysis corporations, all hospitals, etc. I can not say that one dialysis company is...

  11. Fmc

    imperial posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Does anyone know about the FMC 'open house' that the units are going to be having this coming week? I have heard, from several, that numerous states (Louisiana, California, for example) will be having...

  12. 2008K machine

    imperial posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Hello all: WOndering if you can answer this question. I have read all I can and can't seem to find the answer. (two books and research online) If the UFR is set for, as example, only 500 (including...

  13. 2008K machine

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Thanks J.B. that would make sense. I believe this patient has a 180 size dialyzer, is that what you mean? How does the venous pressure actually cause change in amount removed. thanks. tried to look...

  14. Just saying hello!

    imperial replied to WashURenalRN's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Welcome. This is a great group of well educated nurses who have helped me, and, continue to do so, understand dialysis. I work iwth patients on a advocate

  15. Anticougulation during dialysis

    imperial replied to lobelin2004's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Can someone explain what is meant by 'tight heparin'..

  16. 2008K machine

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    j'nette: thanks.. think it explains. Now, if a patient becomes dizzy and has hypotension after dialysis it could mean too much fluid taken off. So, let me make sure I am understanding this.... if the...

  17. 2008K machine

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    J'nette: Yes, the clinical manager stated that he did not know why it was .7 less. Yes, the goal or number in the UFR was 500. I tried to find this in the manual (machine) as well as two books but...

  18. Fmc

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I don't think in my lifetime that we will see corporate doing a case mgr due to cost effectiveness for the upper big wigs. Saturday, went in to unit when dropping off a patient and observed staff...

  19. Fmc

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    The 'consent and release' states... "This consent is not restricted by time or geographic limitation................." For those of you who are not aware of this 'consent and release' that was given...

  20. Fmc

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I was surprised that this was being done during work hours.. but, after hearing about the consent that was needed to be signed by patients, I am wondering if they will be taking pictures as that is...

  21. Fmc

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I just heard from a few patients giving information regarding the consent the signed for the ultracare open house. They have told me that information is related to them signing a waiver saying that...

  22. hypertension post dialysis

    imperial posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Hello All: I have been posed the following question, with several responses, however, would like your input. Thanks. The patient had an elevated BP ranging from 160 to 180 / 89 to 99. During...

  23. Fmc

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I truly admire all of your and what you are stating. Having worked with several patients at FMC units they are telling me that it seems unfair if their family members can't be with them during put on...

  24. Dialysis, no laughing matter

    imperial replied to Dormkare1's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I appreciate your understanding. Several of our clients (patient advocates we are) have said that their staff have stayed late, worked holidays etc in order to give them treatments.. and all the staff...

  25. clinical experience for nurses and new ESRD regulations

    imperial replied to imperial's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Yes, you do understand the mechanics as well as others on this board. The RNs need to be skilled.. I appreciate bringing to my attention that one years experience is pretty standard... however, just...