A patient is being initiated on peritoneal dialysis.What should the nurse teach the patient in relation to fluid allowance?

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Peritoneal dialysis allows for more flexibility in fluid intake compared to hemodialysis. In fact, often there is no fluid restriction with peritoneal dialysis. However, the nurse should still educate the patient on the importance of balancing their fluid intake with their output to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance.

A Patient Is Being Initiated on Peritoneal Dialysis