Dialysis Modalities · NCLEX Exam

What is the key reason HD is often performed thrice weekly?

  1. To completely replace natural kidney function each time.
  2. Because intermittent sessions suffice when residual function remains.
  3. Because wastes and fluid accumulate between sessions.
  4. To allow enough time for home therapy training.
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Correct answer: Because wastes and fluid accumulate between sessions.

Regular HD is scheduled to clear wastes and control fluid and electrolytes before accumulation becomes too high.

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