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A Patient Is Scheduled to Have an Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula

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A patient is scheduled to have an arteriovenous (AV) fistula created for hemodialysis. What should the nurse include when teaching the patient about this fistula?


A) Avoid using the arm with the fistula for blood pressure readings.
B) A functioning fistula has a palpable pulse and bruit.
C) Ensure the use of the dominant hand and arm for placement.
D) The fistula can be used immediately after its creation.
E) Venipunctures should be performed on the arm with the fistula.

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