Kidney School

Module 16 of Kidney School explains how people with kidney failure can live for decades with dialysis and/or a kidney […]

Module 15 of Kidney School provides information about alternative treatments like acupuncture, massage, herbs, and homeopathy and how they may improve or impair the health of people with chronic kidney disease. This module also discusses which treatments are safe for dialysis patients. The purpose of Kidney School Continuing Education courses is to enable the learner to better understand the medical and psychosocial impacts of end stage renal disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.

Module 14 of Kidney School provides information about the rights and responsibilities of the person with kidney disease and their role as a member of the healthcare team. This module offers suggestions about how to handle conflicts with healthcare providers. Decision-making about end-of-life issues is also included in this module. The purpose of Kidney School Continuing Education courses is to enable the learner to better understand the medical and psychosocial impacts of end stage renal disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.

Module 13 of Kidney School provides information about how chronic kidney disease affects heart health. High blood pressure is the number two cause of kidney disease. Heart disease is the number one killer of kidney patients. This module offers suggestions about how to manage blood pressure and keep kidney patients’ kidneys and hearts healthy. The purpose of Kidney School Continuing Education courses is to enable the learner to better understand the medical and psychosocial impacts of end stage renal disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.

Module 12 of Kidney School explains the importance of participation in day-to-day activities for those with kidney disease. This module describes how exercise, good sleep habits and other activities can improve the quality of life of people on dialysis. The purpose of Kidney School Continuing Education courses is to enable the learner to better understand the medical and psychosocial impacts of end stage renal disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.

Module 11 of Kidney School provides information about how chronic kidney disease affects sexuality and fertility in both men and women. This module offers tips and suggestions that may help patients address the issue of intimacy in their relationships. There’s also a special section about how to approach the unique needs of children/adolescents with chronic kidney disease. The purpose of Kidney School Continuing Education courses is to enable the learner to better understand the medical and psychosocial impacts of end stage renal disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.

Module 10 of Kidney School provides information about how to measure the effectiveness of dialysis treatments as well as how to recognize the signs and symptoms of inadequate dialysis. Because dialysis replaces only a small part of kidney function, getting the right amount of treatment is key to living long and living well. This module also explains the important elements of a dialysis prescription, how dialyzers differ from one another, and how dialyzer reuse affects treatments. The purpose of Kidney School Continuing Education courses is to enable the learner to better understand the medical and psychosocial impacts of end stage renal disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.

Module 9 of Kidney School explains the special nutrition and fluid needs of people on dialysis and the challenges of following dietary guidelines. This module offers suggestions for getting the right amounts of nutrients, planning healthy meals, and eating out. Vitamins, supplements, as well as phosphate binders and their connection to renal bone disease are also discussed. The purpose of Kidney School Continuing Education courses is to enable the learner to better understand the medical and psychosocial impacts of end stage renal disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.

Module 8 of Kidney School provides information about dialysis access, the connection between the dialysis machine and the patient that is needed for treatment. This module describes hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis accesses, how each is created, monitored, and used. Other topics include the complications and risks associated with different types of hemodialysis accesses, what patients need to know about access care, why it’s good for patients to put in their own needles, and how to help patients overcome needle fear. The purpose of Kidney School Continuing Education courses is to enable the learner to better understand the medical and psychosocial impacts of end stage renal disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.

Module 7 of Kidney School provides information about how laboratory testing is used to monitor kidney function, the effectiveness of dialysis treatments, and the overall health of people with chronic kidney disease. This module explains the most common tests, what they measure, and how to interpret the results. A table with normal lab values (and dialysis lab norms) is included. The purpose of Kidney School Continuing Education courses is to enable the learner to better understand the medical and psychosocial impacts of end stage renal disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.