Preparing for A Career in the Field of Nephrology: Module I Basic Concepts

Aspects of basic dialysis concepts, knowledge of the staging of renal failure and assessment techniques will be covered in this class. Basic dialysis concepts including osmosis, diffusion and ultrafiltration and their applicability to the dialysis and nephrology settings will be reviewed. Determination of the stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and nursing interventions and assessment will be reviewed. Assessment of the individual with CKD and undergoing dialysis therapy will also be presented.

1. The History of Dialysis Services in the United States
2. The Concepts of Fluid & Electrolytes
3. The Concepts of Diffusion, Osmosis and Filtration
4. Anatomy & Physiology of the Kidney
5. The Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
6. CKD Assessment and Interventions
7. Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
8. Dialytic Modalities
9. Assessment of the Individual on Hemodialysis