Pathophysiology
What this means clinically
RPN Interpret mmol/L K+, creatinine, and glucose in stems. You document pre/post weights in kg, vital trends, intradialytic symptoms, and access assessments, then communicate SBAR to RN when unstable. Infection prevention during catheter care is high-yield. Connect Dialysis & renal crisis cues (REx-PN, to bedside cues you will reassess first: vitals trends, work of breathing, perfusion, mentation, and pain or ischemic equivalents when relevant. Boards reward recognizing when subtle instability outweighs reassurance, then selecting nursing actions that protect airway, circulation, and neurologic status before routine tasks.