You are dispatched to a private residence for a sick person.You arrive and find a 47-year-old male patient who recently completed his peritoneal dialysis and complains of severe abdominal pain that is worsened by movement.One of the more serious complications of this type of dialysis is a bacterial infection within the peritoneal cavity.What would be the tell-tale sign that this is what is happening in this case?

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Cloudy dialysis fluid is a sign of peritoneal infection due to the presence of bacteria in the fluid. In contrast, clear dialysis fluid is normal and indicates a lack of infection. The patient's severe abdominal pain and worsening with movement are also consistent with peritonitis, which is a potentially life-threatening complication of peritoneal dialysis. Options C and D are not related to peritoneal dialysis or its complications.

You Are Dispatched to a Private Residence for a Sick