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Inpatient vs Outpatient Initiation of Hemodialysis

By Cheri Holladay posted 08-16-2017 23:11

  
I work for an organization that the Nephrologist admit patients to initiate Hemodialysis. They are the only group of Nephrologist in town. I can't find any best practice to say initiating in the hospital or outpatient clinic is best. The organization that I wourl for has a 36 bed Nephrology Unit in it. Any information would greatly be appreciated.
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05-01-2018 09:12

Hi Cheri,

We also require patients to start at the hospital. I believe the reason is safety for the patient. If a serious reaction occurred it would be best for the patient to be at the hospital.  In our clinic we do not have any exciting meds to treat the pt. 😃

i hope ole that helps. Trish