Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)

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CEU Course Description 

Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a type of renal replacement therapy that is used for kidney failure. PD helps remove waste products from the blood that the failing kidneys cannot excrete. PD has many advantages as a form of renal replacement therapy, but there are many risks that can lead to life-threatening consequences. It is crucial that nurses are informed about the advantages and risks of PD to provide the best patient care and education for patients needing renal replacement therapy. By the end of this course, participants will learn about the process of peritoneal dialysis, patients with end-stage renal disease, the advantages and risk factors of PD, and patient education to promote optimal outcomes.

Author: Emily Tuttle, RN, CNE, BLS, PALS

References / Contributions by:

  1. Mayo Clinic. (2023). Peritoneal dialysis. Mayo Clinic. Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/peritoneal-dialysis/about/pac-20384725
  2. National Kidney Foundation. (2022). Nutrition and peritoneal dialysis. National Kidney Foundation. Retrieved from https://www.kidney.org/sites/default/files/11-10-0140_nutrition_peritoneal_dialysis.pdf
  3. Lockett, E. (2021). Finding support when living with chronic kidney disease. Healthline. Retrieved from https://www.healthline.com/health/kidney-disease/support-for-chronic-kidney-disease 

CEU Course Objectives 

  1. Explain the process of peritoneal dialysis.
  2. Identify the types of patients who are eligible for peritoneal dialysis.
  3. Discuss the advantages of peritoneal dialysis for patients.
  4. Discuss risk factors and potential complications of peritoneal dialysis.
  5. Explain the importance of patient education to promote optimal outcomes for peritoneal dialysis.

CE Outline with Main Points

  1. Section 1: Introduction
  2. Section 2: What is Peritoneal Dialysis
  3. Section 2: Personal Reflection
  4. Section 2: Key Words
  5. Section 3: Patients with End Stage Renal Disease
  6. Section 3: Personal Reflection
  7. Section 3: Key Words
  8. Section 4: Risk Factors and Complications
  9. Section 4: Personal Reflection
  10. Section 4: Key Words
  11. Section 5: Patient Education
  12. Section 5: Personal Reflection
  13. Section 5: Key Words
  14. Section 6: Case Study #1
  15. Section 7: Case Study #1 Review
  16. Section 8: Case Study #2
  17. Section 9: Case Study #2 Review
  18. Section 10: Case Study #3
  19. Section 11: Case Study #3 Review
  20. Section 12: Case Study #4
  21. Section 13: Case Study #4 Review
  22. References

Course Level: Introductory

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Added On: 06/04/2024

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