A patient with acute kidney injury is prescribed intermittent hemodialysis three times a week for 4 hours each session. The nurse should plan interventions to address what problem that can occur between sessions? Select all that apply.

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1. A disadvantage of intermittent hemodialysis is that fluid overload can develop between sessions.
2. A disadvantage of intermittent hemodialysis is that waste accumulation can develop between sessions.
3. A disadvantage of intermittent hemodialysis is that electrolyte imbalances can develop between sessions.
4. Hypotension can occur after a session and not usually between sessions.
5. The risk for infection is not higher between sessions.

A Patient with Acute Kidney Injury Is Prescribed Intermittent Hemodialysis