Nephrostomy Tubes
Usually used after operation of the kidneys
What is a malecot
Changing or draining a nephrostomy tube includes using ____ technique
What is sterile
What is a vein and artery
Avoiding these actions when having a fistula
What is avoid carrying heavy objects, sleeping on the arm and having blood drawn
Usually used to drain urine
What is a foley nephrostomy
What is the number one thing to look for when assessing a nephrostomy tube
What is infection
The reason why a fistula is preferred over other access sites for dialysis
You should do this when a fistula is not functioning properly.
What is contacting a HCP
Usually used to drain air and irrigate urine in the kidney
What is a pigtail nephrostomy
normal coloured drainage from the site
What is clear or light yellow
It takes this amount of time for a fistula to mature
Nurses do these 2 things to assess a fistula
Key part of patient education for someone with a nephrostomy tube
What is follow-up with HCP
These are common complications associated with a fistula (4)
What is thrombosis (clotting), infection, aneurysm and stenosis (narrowing of the blood vessels)
A nephrostomy tube is inserted ______ by a HCP.
What is percutaneously (through the skin)
A thrill indicates this, which is crucial for effective dialysis
What is patency and good blood flow