Nephrology Nursing A Comprehensive Guide to Dialysis Care

ISbn-978-93-6976-971-1

Nephrology nursing is increasingly prominent in the provision of
specialized healthcare delivery in line with the global burden of kidney
disease. With the increasing patient population requiring renal replacement
therapy, there has been a growing necessity for dialysis nurses to perform
not only technical and clinical support duties, but also holistic and patientcentered care considering the physical, emotional, and social burdens of life
with kidney disease.
Nephrology Nursing: A Comprehensive Guide to Dialysis Care is a 3-
volume text specifically designed as a first resource and spine-type
reference for both nurses and allied health professionals caring for patients
with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and patients on dialysis. This book
intends to fill the gap between theory and practice, encompassing
contemporary evidence-based information with actionable strategies to
manage patients optimally on hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and homebased therapies.
The chapters are organized to take the reader from simple renal anatomy
and pathophysiology to advanced clinical decision-making. These papers
address vascular access management, infection control, fluid and
electrolyte balance, pharmacologic considerations, patient education,
psychosocial support, and novel technologies in dialysis care. It also covers
ethical considerations, palliative care in end-stage renal disease, and
interdisciplinary collaboration, which are important to provide wholeperson care.