ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Fluid restrictions are usually necessary when dialysis is initiated, especially if dialysis only occurs three days a week and if urine production is decreased. With tube feedings for in-house dialysis, often there is no fluid other than very minimal flushes given.

Detailed explanation-2: -Most dialysis patients need to limit their fluid intake to 32 ounces per day. Manage your thirst. Your dietitian can help you find ways to manage your thirst such as sugar-free hard candies, ice chips, or frozen grapes.

Detailed explanation-3: -Dialysis. Dialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to clean your blood. Dialysis will do the work that your kidneys are no longer able to do. You can do dialysis at a dialysis center or at home.

Detailed explanation-4: -If your acute kidney failure is caused by a lack of fluids in your blood, your doctor may recommend intravenous (IV) fluids. In other cases, acute kidney failure may cause you to have too much fluid, leading to swelling in your arms and legs.