A nurse is providing education to a client who will be performing peritoneal dialysis at home. The client asks about the risk of infection. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?

A. Correct. Avoiding heavy lifting can help prevent trauma or dislodgement of the peritoneal catheter, which can be a risk factor for infection or complications.

B. Correct. Cleaning the catheter exit site with soap and water daily helps maintain cleanliness and reduce the risk of infection.

C. Incorrect. The dressing around the catheter insertion site should be changed more frequently than weekly, ideally every 2-3 days, to ensure proper hygiene and reduce the risk of infection.

D. Correct. Notifying the healthcare provider about any redness or drainage at the catheter site is essential, as these can be signs of infection or other complications that require prompt evaluation and treatment.

A. Correct. Applying pressure to the bleeding site is the first action to control the bleeding and prevent excessive blood loss.

B. Incorrect. Elevating the arm above heart level may not be effective in controlling bleeding from the access site and could cause unnecessary discomfort.

C. Incorrect. Administering a prescribed antiplatelet medication is not the first action to take when the client experiences bleeding from the access site, as it may further increase bleeding risk.

D. Incorrect. While checking the client's platelet count is important, it is not the first action to address active bleeding. Applying pressure to the bleeding site takes priority to control the bleeding.

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