Because continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) is becom ing widely used nurses should be aware of the indications and contrain dications for this mode of therapy. Ed ucation of these patients is extensive and involves not only the patient and family, but staff nurses, dietitians, house staff, and the diabetes nurse specialist. A case study demonstrates some of the problems.
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