Important MISC. Flashcards
1
Q
What term increases the rate of diffusion in the dialyzer?
A
Countercurrent flow
NOTE: Concurrent flow occurs when the dialysate and the blood flows the same way
2
Q
During access flow, what should the blood flow rate be set at?
A
300
3
Q
During CAPD (continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis) the time the dialysis solution stays in the abdomen between exchanges is known as…?
A
Dwell time
4
Q
What does AAMI stands for?
A
ACCOSSIATON for the ADVANCEMENTS of MEDICAL INSTRUMENATION
5
Q
How long can clamps stay on the patient
A
20 minutes
