| Description |
xiv, 258 pages ; 21 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages [247]-250) and index. |
| Contents |
Dialysis misperceptions versus realities -- A visit to the suds factory : demystifying the machines and tubes -- Dialysis options : choosing what works best for you -- The decision to pursue a transplant -- The "K-Team" : working with dialysis professionals -- Dealing with emotions: the psychological impact of dialysis -- The impact of dialysis on interpersonal relationships : love, sex, family, and friendship -- Work and financial implications of being on dialysis -- Adapting to the dialysis diet, curbing liquids, and embracing exercise -- Traveling and planning for emergencies while on dialysis : taking a leap of faith -- Afterword -- Appendix A. Glossary of terms -- Appendix B. Helpful resources: General educational resources ; Travel resources ; Professional and financial resources ; Legal resources ; Books ; Journals, magazines, and newsletters. |
| Subject |
Hemodialysis -- Popular works.
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Chronic renal failure -- Popular works.
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Renal Dialysis -- Popular Works.
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Kidney Failure, Chronic -- Popular Works.
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| Added Author |
Offer, Marjorie Kaiz.
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Szafir, Susan Offer, 1971-
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| ISBN |
9780195309942 |
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0195309944 |
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9780195309959 alkaline paper |
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0195309952 alkaline paper |
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