The nurse is caring for a client receiving peritoneal dialysis. The nurse notes that a client’s outflow has slowed considerably. Which of the following actions will the nurse take. SATA
A. Place the client in good body alignment.
B. Check the peritoneal dialysis system for kinks.
C. Check the level of the drainage bag.
D. Reposition the client to his or her side.
E. All above are true
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The client newly diagnosed with chronic renal failure recently has begun hemodialysis. Knowing that the client is at risk for disequilibrium syndrome, the nurse assesses the client during dialysis for:
A. Hypertension, tachycardia, and fever.
B. Hypotension, bradycardia, and hypothermia.
C. Restlessness, irritability, and generalized weakness.
D. Headache, deteriorating level of consciousness, and twitching.