FREE Vascular Access Questions and Answers

Question 1

What are the three main types of vascular access used in hemodialysis?

Accepted Answer

Arteriovenous fistula, AV graft, and central venous catheter

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Vein puncture, artery puncture, and catheter

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Artery clamp, vein valve, and graft

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Subcutaneous port, AV valve, and shunt

Question 2

Which vascular access is considered the gold standard for long-term dialysis?

Accepted Answer

AV fistula

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Central venous catheter

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AV graft

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Femoral catheter

Question 3

Why should blood pressure and venipuncture be avoided in the arm with an AV fistula?

Accepted Answer

To avoid damaging the fistula

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To improve circulation

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Because it’s painful

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To reduce fluid buildup

Question 4

What is the correct method to assess an AV fistula?

Accepted Answer

Palpate for thrill and listen for bruit

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Measure blood flow with a cuff

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Check for pain response

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Flush with saline

Question 5

How is a central venous catheter typically placed for dialysis?

Accepted Answer

Inserted into the internal jugular vein and tunneled

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Inserted into a small vein in the hand

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Placed under the skin in the abdomen

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Placed in the femoral artery

Question 6

What is a common complication of central venous catheters?

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Infection

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Blood clots

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High blood pressure

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Skin rash

Question 7

How often should vascular access sites be monitored during dialysis?

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Before, during, and after dialysis

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Only before dialysis

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Every hour

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Once per week

Question 8

What is the purpose of rotating needle insertion sites on an AV fistula?

Accepted Answer

To prevent scarring and aneurysms

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To make the procedure easier

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To reduce bleeding

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To avoid blood clots

Question 9

Which sign indicates a problem with vascular access that needs immediate attention?

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Absence of thrill or bruit

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Mild warmth over access site

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Feeling of vibration

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Pulsatile sound