The nurse is reinforcing teaching provided to a patient about caring for a new arteriovenous (AV) fistula in the left arm for dialysis. Which patient statements indicate correct understanding? (Select all that apply.)

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- Do not sleep on the arm with the fistula to prevent kinking or compression of the fistula.- Keep the arm elevated to promote venous drainage and prevent swelling.- Avoid carrying heavy things with the arm with the fistula to prevent damage to the fistula.- Wear loose clothing on the arm with the fistula to prevent constriction of blood flow.

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