Dialysis Treatment Monitoring Checklist

Comprehensive hemodialysis treatment monitoring including pre-treatment assessment, intradialytic vital signs and parameters, and post-treatment evaluation.

  • Industry: Healthcare
  • Frequency: Every dialysis treatment
  • Estimated Time: Throughout treatment
  • Role: Dialysis Nurse/Tech
  • Total Items: 33
  • Compliance: CMS ESRD CoP 42 CFR 494, KDOQI Guidelines, AAMI Standards

Pre-Treatment Assessment

Before initiating dialysis

  • Patient identified using two identifiers?
  • Pre-treatment weight obtained?
  • Pre-treatment vital signs obtained?
  • Vascular access assessed?
  • Access patent with good flow?
  • Patient symptoms assessed?
  • Dialysis medications reviewed?

Machine Setup

Dialysis machine preparation

  • Machine pre-test completed?
  • Correct dialyzer for patient?
  • Dialysate prescription verified?
  • UF goal set per order?
  • Blood flow rate set per order?

Intradialytic Monitoring

During treatment monitoring

  • Vital signs monitored every 30 minutes?
  • Access site monitored continuously?
  • Patient comfort assessed?
  • Machine alarms responded to appropriately?
  • No complications (cramping, hypotension)?

Post-Treatment Evaluation

After dialysis completion

  • Prescribed treatment time completed?
  • Post-treatment vital signs obtained?
  • Post-treatment weight obtained?
  • Access site hemostasis achieved?
  • Kt/V or URR documented?
  • Patient stable for discharge?

Pre-Assessment Information

Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification

  • Assessor Name / Credentials
  • Assessment Date
  • Department / Unit
  • Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
  • Previous assessment findings reviewed?

Infection Prevention & Control

Verify infection control practices per CDC and Joint Commission standards

  • Hand hygiene compliance observed?
  • Appropriate PPE available and properly used?
  • Isolation precautions properly implemented?
  • Sharps containers available and not overfilled?
  • High-touch surfaces properly disinfected?

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Why Use This Dialysis Treatment Monitoring Checklist?

This dialysis treatment monitoring checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for dialysis nurse/tech professionals, this checklist covers 33 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: every dialysis treatment.

Ensures compliance with CMS ESRD CoP 42 CFR 494, KDOQI Guidelines, AAMI Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Dialysis Treatment Monitoring Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 33 inspection items across 6 sections: Pre-Treatment Assessment, Machine Setup, Intradialytic Monitoring, Post-Treatment Evaluation, Pre-Assessment Information, Infection Prevention & Control. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed every dialysis treatment. Each completion takes approximately Throughout treatment.

Who should use this Dialysis Treatment Monitoring Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Dialysis Nurse/Tech professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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