
2008K Hemodialysis Machine Operator’s Manual Rev P
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Chapter 4
Monitoring the Treatment
Several of the treatment screens available on the 2008K hemodialysis machine are
particularly useful for monitoring some aspects of the patient’s condition and the
effectiveness of the treatment. These screens are the:
Home screen
Trends screen
Kt/V AF screen
BTM/BVM screen
Blood Pressure screen
The “Home” screen provides a general overview of the status of the current treatment. The
other screens offer a more in-depth view of specific aspects of the treatment. It should be
noted, however, that certain treatment data are presented in more than one screen.
Note
: The 2008K hemodialysis machine is equipped with both visual cues and audible
alarms to alert the operator to potential problems. In every alarm condition, assess the
patient for any changes in his/her physiologic state. Ensure that the patient’s access is
exposed and all connections in the extracorporeal circuit are secure and visible during the
entire procedure. It is the responsibility the dialysis personnel to provide safe and effective
dialysis treatment. Document all atypical events.
Warning!
When initiating dialysis therapy with the dialysis machine, it is important to
check your dialysate flow status. Flows must be set to the prescribed flow rate. The
Dialysate Flow on/off
key is provided for Sequential Ultrafiltration and must be used only
when prescribed. Treatment without dialysate flow may result in patient injury due to
minimal removal of waste products in the patient’s blood.
Warning!
Turning the dialysate flow off when using a reused dialyzer may allow the
chemical disinfectant to rebound (increase) to an unacceptable level.
Warning!
Keep bloodline/catheter or needle connection visible. Do not cover the access
site, e.g. with a blanket.
Caution:
If it becomes necessary to replace the concentrate jugs during treatment, turn the
dialysate flow off before attempting to do so to avoid drawing air into the system. Drawing
air into the system can cause the concentrate pumps to malfunction.