Dialysis Disequilibrium Syndrome Flashcards
1
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What is the definition of Dialysis Disequilibrium Syndrome?
A
o A condition in which rapid or drastic changes in the patient’s extracellular fluid affect the brain
2
Q
Causes?
A
o Missed treatment, rapid drop in BUN
3
Q
Symptoms?
A
o Headache, hypertension, nausea, restlessness, seizures, confusion, blurred vision
4
Q
Intervention?
A
o Slower BFR and DFR than CKD patients, shorter initial treatments
5
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Prevention?
A
o Early recognition of mild symptoms
o Decrease efficiency of dialysis by:
– Less efficient dialyzer
– Decreased treatment time
– Decreased BFR and DFR treatment
– Shorter, more frequent dialysis
