#1
What is the primary function of hemodialysis?
To filter waste products from the blood
To regulate blood pressure
To stimulate red blood cell production
To remove excess water from the body
#2
Which of the following is a common complication of hemodialysis?
Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Hypoglycemia
Hypotension
#3
What is the typical duration of a hemodialysis session?
2-3 hours
30 minutes
6-8 hours
12 hours
#4
What is the purpose of ultrafiltration during hemodialysis?
To remove excess water from the body
To remove waste products from the blood
To regulate blood pressure
To increase blood flow rate
#5
What is the recommended frequency for hemodialysis treatments in most patients with end-stage renal disease?
Once a week
Twice a week
Three times a week
Every other day
#6
What is the primary purpose of the dialysate in hemodialysis?
To provide nutrients to the patient
To remove waste products from the blood
To maintain electrolyte balance
To stimulate urine production
#7
What type of access is typically used for hemodialysis?
Peripheral IV catheter
Central venous catheter
Arteriovenous fistula
Graft
#8
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice during hemodialysis?
Regularly monitoring vital signs
Administering intravenous medications during treatment
Inspecting access site for signs of infection
Adjusting dialysate flow rate as needed
#9
Which of the following is a potential complication of hemodialysis related to the dialyzer?
Hypoglycemia
Hemolysis
Hyperkalemia
Hypernatremia
#10
Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of hemodialysis?
Arrhythmia
Fluid overload
Anemia
Hypertension
#11
Which of the following laboratory values should be monitored closely during hemodialysis?
White blood cell count
Serum creatinine
Hemoglobin A1c
Potassium levels
#12
Which of the following statements about vascular access for hemodialysis is true?
A fistula is typically the first choice for long-term access
A central venous catheter has the lowest risk of infection
A graft is preferred over a fistula for long-term use
Peripheral IV catheters are commonly used for hemodialysis
#13
What is the purpose of heparin during hemodialysis?
To induce hypotension
To prevent clotting in the dialyzer
To decrease blood flow rate
To reduce potassium levels
#14
What is the purpose of using bicarbonate in the dialysate during hemodialysis?
To decrease blood pH
To increase blood pH
To remove excess water
To prevent clotting
#15
What is the main purpose of conducting a heparin-free dialysis session?
To prevent hypotension
To reduce the risk of bleeding
To enhance blood clotting
To decrease the duration of dialysis
#16
What is the primary goal of hemodialysis in patients with acute kidney injury?
To maintain electrolyte balance
To prevent fluid overload
To restore kidney function
To manage symptoms
#17
What is the recommended temperature range for the dialysate during hemodialysis?
25-30°C
35-40°C
45-50°C
55-60°C