KIDNEY DISEASES - cnaZone

And because blood clots in the fistula or graft are always a possibility, the arm that contains the vascular access device should be assessed for the presence of decreased blood flow. If the skin is cool, cyanotic, or pale or if there is numbness or tingling in the arm, hand, or fingers, there may be a clot that is blocking the circulation in arm where the fistula or graft is located. ................
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