GENERAL HISTOLOGY

EXCRETORY SYSTEM

KIDNEY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
On average, how many times a week do people need HD?
A
Every day
B
3 times per week
C
2 times per week
D
1 time per week
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hemodialysis can be done at a dialysis center or at home. Treatments usually last about four hours and are done three times per week. Some people may need more time for treatments based on their specific needs.

Detailed explanation-2: -In-Center Hemodialysis Treatment day and times are scheduled by the center. You must travel to the center at least three times weekly. Loved ones can’t be with you during treatment.

Detailed explanation-3: -For example, hemodialysis patients who treat three times per week are more likely to experience abnormal heart rhythms during their first treatment of the week, when the total fluid in their body is typically at its highest.

Detailed explanation-4: -Many people get hemodialysis three times a week in sessions of 3 to 5 hours each. Daily hemodialysis. This involves more-frequent, but shorter sessions-usually performed at home six or seven days a week for about two hours each time.

Detailed explanation-5: -At dialysis centres, this is usually carried out 3 days a week, with each session lasting around 4 hours. It can also be done at home. Some examples of a home dialysis schedule include: 4 times a week for 4 hours.

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