The nurse is caring for Mr. P, a chronic dialysis patient who has an arteriovenous fistula, Nursing care of the fistula should include:
Irrigating the fistula with heparin to prevent clotting
Frequent dressing changes to prevent infection
Washing the fistula site with soap and water
Checking blood pressure in the arm with the fistula to see if circulation is adequate.
Heparin is a good anticoagulant used during the dialysis but not only for the purpose of irrigation
Frequent dressing changes may not be required if it is clean.A dirty or a soiled dressing can be changed
The site has to be washed with soap and water to prevent infection. It is recommended to wash haikds daily and before the dialysis.
Any procedure like blood pressure, glucose monitoring,blood pressure are not recommended in the fistula hand to maintain latency.
Ans:c.washing the fistula site with soap and water
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