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.
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A 40 y.o. male patient is undergoing hemodialysis with an internal AV fistula in place. What do you do to prevent complications associated with this device?
A. Insert I.V. lines above the fistula.
B. Palpate pulses above the fistula.
C. Report a bruit or thrill over the fistula to the doctor.
D. Avoid taking blood pressures in the arm with the fistula.