CCHT Dialysis Tech Prep iOS App

CCHT Dialysis Tech Prep iOS App

Prepare for your CCHT exam with the all-new CCHT Dialysis Tech Prep!

Our app brings you a dynamic and immersive test preparation experience, meticulously crafted for aspiring Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technicians.

Discover a plethora of practice questions designed to cover every critical aspect needed for certification, ensuring you are comprehensively prepared.

Each question integrates detailed explanations, transforming uncertainties into learning milestones and honing your expertise.

Key Features:

Extensive Question Bank: Delve into hundreds of meticulously curated questions that encompass all key topics, essential for comprehensive exam preparedness.
In-Depth Explanations: Transform your understanding with thorough explanations for each question, enhancing long-term retention and conceptual clarity.
Customizable Quizzes: Create personalized quizzes tailored to your needs by selecting specific topics and question types, optimizing your study sessions.
Progress Tracking: Monitor your advancement with our intuitive progress tracking tools, providing insights to focus your efforts effectively.
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Content Overview

Explore a variety of topics covered in the app.

Basic Principles of Dialysis

Function of healthy kidneys.
Goals of dialysis treatment.
Principles of diffusion/osmosis.
Ultrafiltration and fluid removal.
Components of dialysate solution.
Blood flow and access pressures.
Monitoring adequacy of dialysis.
Urea reduction ratio (URR) basics.

Hemodialysis Machine Operation

Parts of the dialysis machine.
Pre-treatment machine checks.
Setting and adjusting parameters.
Alarms: blood leak, pressure, etc.
Monitoring ultrafiltration rates.
Troubleshooting machine issues.
Disinfecting and maintaining unit.

Patient Care and Assessment

Pre-treatment patient assessments.
Checking weight, BP, and vitals.
Signs of fluid overload/dehydration.
Recognizing dialysis complications.
Monitoring patients during sessions.
Post-treatment evaluations basics.
Educating patients on self-care.

Vascular Access Management

Types: fistulas, grafts, catheters.
Inspecting access for complications.
Needle placement techniques.
Monitoring access for patency.
Recognizing infection or clot signs.
Access care and cleaning protocols.
Troubleshooting blood flow issues.

Dialysis Complications

Hypotension causes and treatment.
Managing cramps during sessions.
Air embolism: signs and response.
Blood loss: prevention and actions.
Infection prevention and handling.
Allergic reactions to dialyzers.
Monitoring hemolysis and clotting.

Infection Control

Standard precautions for safety.
Preventing bloodborne infections.
Disinfecting surfaces and tools.
Handwashing and hygiene protocols.
PPE use in dialysis environments.
Hepatitis and HIV exposure risks.
Water treatment system cleanliness.

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Importance of fluid management.
Recognizing fluid overload signs.
Effects of sodium and potassium.
Calcium and phosphorus balance.
Adjusting dry weight for patients.
Symptoms of electrolyte imbalances.
Patient education on fluid limits.

Professional Responsibilities

Ethical standards in dialysis care.
Understanding HIPAA regulations.
Documentation and reporting rules.
Communication with care teams.
Handling patient complaints calmly.
Emergency response in dialysis.
Continuing education for CCHTs.

Anemia and Medication

Causes of anemia in CKD patients.
Erythropoietin-stimulating agents.
Monitoring hemoglobin levels.
Iron and vitamin supplements use.
Anticoagulation: heparin protocols.
Medications administered in dialysis.
Timing of pre/post-dialysis meds.

Water Treatment for Dialysis

Importance of water system purity.
Components of water treatment.
Reverse osmosis systems overview.
Checking for chloramine/chlorine.
Bacterial monitoring procedures.
Troubleshooting water system alarms.
Maintaining safe water quality.

Example questions

Let's look at some sample questions

What is one primary function of healthy kidneys?

Regulation of water balanceProduction of insulinDigestion of proteinsAbsorption of nutrients
Healthy kidneys regulate body fluid balance by adjusting sodium and water excretion. They play a crucial role in blood pressure regulation.

How do healthy kidneys control blood pressure?

By releasing erythropoietinBy controlling blood sugar levelsBy adjusting blood volumeBy breaking down fats
Kidneys control blood volume by regulating sodium and water, which affects blood pressure. They secrete hormones like renin to assist in blood pressure control.

How do healthy kidneys maintain electrolyte balance?

By producing bileBy reabsorbing waterBy filtering electrolytesBy storing electrolytes
Healthy kidneys filter and regulate electrolytes like sodium, potassium, and calcium, maintaining balance necessary for bodily functions.

What is the primary goal of dialysis treatment for patients with kidney failure?

To cure kidney diseaseTo remove waste and excess fluidTo reduce heart rateTo increase urine production
Dialysis helps remove waste products and excess fluid from the blood because the kidneys are unable to perform this function adequately.

To optimize solute removal, which factor is crucial in dialysis efficiency?

Dialysate flow rateDialyzer materialDialysis frequencyPatient's blood glucose levels
Increasing dialysate flow rate enhances the concentration gradient, thus improving dialysis efficiency by facilitating more solute removal.

What is a key strategy to prevent hypotension during dialysis?

Increase dialysate flowUse higher glucose dialysateAdjust ultrafiltration rateLimit calcium intake
Adjusting the ultrafiltration rate can help prevent hypotension by controlling the rate at which fluids are removed, thus avoiding sudden drops in blood pressure.

Which component in dialysis mimics the kidney's semi-permeable membrane?

DialysateFilterDialyzerAcid concentrate
The dialyzer contains a semi-permeable membrane that allows diffusion and osmosis, similar to kidney function.

Why does osmosis occur more in hypotonic solutions during dialysis?

Higher osmotic pressureLower solute concentrationIncreased fluid movementStrong membrane material
Osmosis moves water from low to high solute concentration areas. In hypotonic solutions, solute concentration around the cells is lower.

In diffusion, which factor increases the rate of dialysis clearance for solutes?

Larger membrane areaHigher blood pressureLower blood flow rateIncreased patient age
A larger membrane area increases the surface over which diffusion occurs, enhancing dialysis clearance for solutes. Verification supports this relation.

Why is fluid removal important in dialysis?

To increase blood pressureTo prevent edemaTo decrease heart rateTo improve digestion
Fluid removal prevents edema by avoiding fluid overload and related complications.