more difficult to manipulate solute/fluid removal, blood doesn't have intimate contact w/ dialysis membrane, can't regulate blood flow to peritoneal membrane
Why is Peritoneal Dialysis less efficient than Hemodialysis? (3)
dialysate volume, dwell time, no. of exchanges, concentration of dextrose/solutes
How can we enhance Peritoneal Dialysis? (4)
through abdominal muscles; distal end falls into pelvic gutter
Where do we place the PD access device?
2-6 weeks after placement
When can we administer a large volume of dialysate?
overnight exchanges only; no dwell during the day
Explain the term "Dry day".
long dwell during the day; machine does several, short dwells/exchanges overnight
Explain the term "Wet day".
glucose; icodextrin
_______ & ________ create a hyperosmolar environment that results in the
osmotic pull of water into the peritoneal cavity. *Ultrafiltration
at least 1.7
What must the Kt/V be?
urine production < 100ml/day; >=1.7
What residual renal function results in patients requiring a higher Kt/V?
What is the new Kt/V?
catheter obstruction, catheter kinking, excessive catheter motion at exit site, inflow pain
Why can mechanical failures occur in PD access?
1 occurrence every 2 years
How common is Peritonitis?
elevated dialysate WBC >100/mm + >=50% polymorphonuclear neutrophils
What is Peritonitis? (2)
abdominal pain, cloudy effluent
When should we suspect a patient has Peritonitis? (2)
s. epidermidis
What is the most common organism implicated in Peritonitis?
a
Which type of bacteria is more common in Peritonitis?
a) Gm (+)
b) Gm (-)
c) Atypical
intraperitoneal administration
What type of peritonitis treatment is preferred?
penicillin, FQ, 1st cephs
What are the ABs used in continuous treatment? (3)
urine output >100 mL, drug renally eliminated; 25%
When can we increase the dose of ABs?(2)
How much can we increase the dose by?
immediate removal of catheter; continue oral treatment for 10 days
How is fungal peritonitis treated? (2)
intranasal/topical mupirocin, rifampin
How can we prevent Staph. Aureus- Peritonitis? (2)
CV stability, less pulmonary stress, preservation of residual kidney function, lifestyle independence, no vascular access required
What are the advantages of Peritoneal Dialysis? (5)
infection risk, daily administration, protein/amino acid losses, malnutrition, dextrose overload
What are the disadvantages of Peritoneal Dialysis? (5)