Patient Selection Quiz
All patients have ESKD and currently getting in-center hemodialysis (HD).
Please comment on their candidacy for HHD.
Mr. X is legally blind and cannot be a suitable home hemodialysis (HHD) candidate.False, he can be considered for home hemodialysis if he has a reliable caregiver.
Mr. Y’ s profession is wrestling and requires frequent travel. He often misses in-center treatments because of his hectic schedule. Can Mr. Y be considered for home hemodialysis?Yes, he can be considered for home hemodialysis. Home hemodialysis provides flexibility to adjust dialysis treatment based on their own schedule.
Mr. Z is timid of needles and does not think he can self-cannulate. His wife is motivated and agrees to learn the cannulation technique. Can Mr. Z be considered for home hemodialysis?Yes, as long as his care partner can ensure safe cannulation
Mr. D lives in a rural setting and uses water from a well. Can he be considered for home hemodialysis?Yes, he can be considered for home hemodialysis. An engineer will asses plumbing needs and adjust the water system appropriately to ensure source water and treated water should meet the safety standards of Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation.
Mr. A is engineer and lives alone. He was told by a friend on dialysis that he is not eligible for home hemodialysis because he does not have a support partner.False, he can be considered for home hemodialysis. Home therapy unit will provide safety training and close follow up.
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