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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Organ Systems

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Organ Systems

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A nurse is caring for a client with a hemodialysis access site. Which action should the nurse take to ensure proper functioning of the access site?

Administer anticoagulants directly into the access site.

Apply a tourniquet above the access site.

Check for a bruit and thrill at the access site.

Cover the access site with a tight bandage.

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Understand the purpose of a hemodialysis access site, which is to provide a reliable and efficient way to remove waste products from the blood when the kidneys are not functioning properly.

Recognize that a bruit and thrill are indicators of proper blood flow through the access site. A bruit is a whooshing sound heard with a stethoscope, and a thrill is a vibration felt over the site.

Learn how to assess for a bruit and thrill: Place a stethoscope over the access site to listen for the bruit, and gently palpate the site to feel for the thrill.

Avoid actions that could compromise the access site, such as applying a tourniquet or covering it with a tight bandage, as these can restrict blood flow.

Understand that administering anticoagulants directly into the access site is not a standard practice for ensuring proper function and could pose risks.