OVERVIEW

Join an expert panel of nurses, patients, and clinicians as they take a deep dive into the common symptoms of patients on dialysis and methods for diagnosis and management.

TARGET AUDIENCE

The educational design of this activity addresses the needs of nephrology nurses and nurse practitioners involved in managing and treating symptom-based complications in patients on dialysis.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to:

• Identify the optimal means for diagnosing and managing symptom-based complications in patients undergoing dialysis therapy
• Outline foundational principles and consensus points related to identifying dialysis symptom-based complications
• Describe gaps in the knowledge base and priorities for research in the area of symptoms management for patients
• Cite how symptoms can be managed through a combination of treatment modalities
• Name non-pharmacological interventions such as cognitive behavioral treatment, social or peer support, and exercise
• List common symptoms of patients on dialysis including fatigue, pain, poor mood, dry skin, itching, poor sleep, and muscle cramps

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