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Traveling with peritoneal dialysis (PD) is possible with proper planning. PD nurses empower patients with the knowledge and organization needed for successful travel experiences.

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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Patient Care

Background:

  • Peritoneal dialysis (PD) patients encounter significant obstacles when planning travel.
  • Successful travel requires careful preparation and organization for PD patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the challenges faced by PD patients during travel.
  • To emphasize the crucial role of PD nurses in facilitating travel for these patients.

Main Methods:

  • Review of challenges and solutions for PD travel.
  • Role delineation for PD nurses in patient travel preparation.

Main Results:

  • Pre-travel education, organization, and planning are key to minimizing travel challenges for PD patients.
  • PD nurses are instrumental in enabling patients to travel confidently.

Conclusions:

  • Peritoneal dialysis patients can continue to travel with appropriate support.
  • PD nurses significantly contribute to successful patient travel by providing essential guidance and resources.

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