This core curriculum is not a substitute for hands-on training under a qualified nurse or preceptor. Mastery requires clinical hours, supervised cannulation practice, and emergency drills. Use this guide alongside your center’s policies and state regulations.
This curriculum aligns with the CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) lifecycle , from anatomy to machine technology, and follows standards from CMS, NKF-KDOQI, and the CDC. core curriculum for the dialysis technicianpdf new
What happens if chlorine enters the dialysate? (Answer: severe hemolysis). This core curriculum is not a substitute for
The curriculum is structured into twelve illustrated, easy-to-read modules designed for both new and practicing technicians: Medical Education Institute Renal Basics supervised cannulation practice
Objective: Understand how healthy kidneys work and what fails in ESRD.
Scientific basis of treatment, including filtration and fluid management. Clinical Procedures: