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Question:

A nurse performs a home care visit to a patient performing peritoneal dialysis at home and observes the procedure. Which of the following actions by the patient would be considered incorrect?

A The patient is not concerned when the outflow is slightly tinged green.
explanation

Green indicates infection. Red can be normal for a patient who has her period. Rocking back and forth is a legitimate technique to assist with outflow. Wearing a mask when connecting or disconnecting the catheter is important to maintain sterile technique.

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