# PD For Professionals **URL:** https://forums.homedialysis.org/c/discussions-for-dialysis-professionals/pd-for-professionals/12.md?page=2 [Latest](https://forums.homedialysis.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.homedialysis.org/categories.md) **Page:** 3 --- ## [Exciting PD Clinical Director Opportunity Available!](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/exciting-pd-clinical-director-opportunity-available/1440)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2007, 11:09am UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/exciting-pd-clinical-director-opportunity-available/1440 "2007-03-15T11:09:28Z")
We are searching for a PD Clinical Director (Open to Any location) who will be responsible for driving the improvement of clinical outcomes of PD programs within several divisions of our business. The selected candidate … --- ## [In-Center Nocturnal Programs](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/in-center-nocturnal-programs/1117)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2007, 12:39pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/in-center-nocturnal-programs/1117 "2007-03-12T12:39:37Z")
Does anyone know of any In-Center nocturnal programs that are not part of Davita. --- ## [Nocturnal is BOSS](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/nocturnal-is-boss/1340)
**Author:** [@Jessie\_St\_Amour](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/Jessie_St_Amour)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2007, 11:46am UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/nocturnal-is-boss/1340 "2007-01-12T11:46:12Z")
Howdy Folks Iv'e noticed a lot of postings and questions regarding nocturnal... That's great the more people ask the better... seeing that nocturnal dialysis is BOSS without a doubt far more superior than PD, CAPD an… --- ## [Warning -- Social Security scam alert!](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/warning-social-security-scam-alert/1255)
**Author:** [@Beth\_Witten\_MSW](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/Beth_Witten_MSW)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2006, 4:58pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/warning-social-security-scam-alert/1255 "2006-11-20T16:58:37Z")
This message was recently posted on the Social Security website: The Agency has received several reports of an email message being circulated with the subject "Cost-of-Living for 2007 update" and purporting to be from … --- ## [Extension Sets](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/extension-sets/1150)
**Author:** [@jerseygirl](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/jerseygirl)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2006, 7:58pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/extension-sets/1150 "2006-10-28T19:58:12Z")
I am doing a little survey regarding placing extension (tranfer) set to new PD catheters. Do you A. Connect the transfer set directly to the titanium luer lock on the newly inserted cath B. Cut off the titanium if it … --- ## [Blind PD Patient](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/blind-pd-patient/1120)
**Author:** [@jerseygirl](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/jerseygirl)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2006, 9:38pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/blind-pd-patient/1120 "2006-08-29T21:38:55Z")
One of my patients is a 25 y/o male patient blind due to diabetes. He is dependent on his mother to do manual exchanges, and I am currently training the family on the cycler as his mother has her hands full. His sister… --- ## [Book Review: Poignant Moments: A Caregiver's Perspective](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/book-review-poignant-moments-a-caregivers-perspective/1013)
**Author:** [@Jfwag](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/Jfwag)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2006, 9:09am UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/book-review-poignant-moments-a-caregivers-perspective/1013 "2006-07-17T09:09:43Z")
Reprinted with permission of Oncology Nursing Society www.ons.org/publications/journals/ONF Poignant Moments: A Caregiver’s Perspective. John Francis Wissler. North Charleston, SC: BookSurge Publishing, 2005, 332 pages,… --- ## [Home Visits](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/home-visits/940)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2006, 3:59pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/home-visits/940 "2006-06-22T15:59:12Z")
I am looking for a policy for the critera to look for when doing a home visit. Thanks for any help. --- ## [Recovering PD Supplies](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/recovering-pd-supplies/560)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2006, 7:41pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/recovering-pd-supplies/560 "2006-04-17T19:41:42Z")
Are there any circumstances where it is legal to recover boxes of PD solutions once they have been delivered to a patient's home? Can they be recovered for patient training? If the patient is Method 1 can the supplies … --- ## [Home Training Reimbursement](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/home-training-reimbursement/716)
**Author:** [@Beth\_Witten\_MSW](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/Beth_Witten_MSW)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2006, 11:37pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/home-training-reimbursement/716 "2006-03-13T23:37:27Z")
I wonder how many home training programs have tried to get a higher reimbursement rate for training and how successful they were. From Medicare Benefit Policy Manual, Chapter 11 End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) \[b\]60 -… --- ## [Leaks](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/leaks/682)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2006, 1:33pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/leaks/682 "2006-02-24T13:33:08Z")
I have a pt that started this week only filling with 1500 ml stated today he had some edema in the scrotum area,he is getting more drainage back than he puts in could this just be fluid pocketed or is it a leak.I need so… --- ## [Respite care for single parents](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/respite-care-for-single-parents/604)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2006, 5:07pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/respite-care-for-single-parents/604 "2006-02-16T17:07:53Z")
Is anyone aware of any programs that offer respite care for single parents that have toddlers on PD? --- ## [Do i get any employment](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/do-i-get-any-employment/639)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2006, 3:18pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/do-i-get-any-employment/639 "2006-02-11T15:18:34Z")
hi i do have some expirence of hd and pd do i get any job?? --- ## [Omentum Removal](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/omentum-removal/614)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2006, 10:18pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/omentum-removal/614 "2006-01-25T22:18:07Z")
My husband does PD and drains very slowly towards then end of his exchange. He does not get enough fluid off unless he does several very long exchanges during the day. The cycler will not work for him as it keeps alarmin… --- ## [Leg cramps](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/leg-cramps/603)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2006, 6:31pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/leg-cramps/603 "2006-01-20T18:31:24Z")
I have a pt who is having leg cramps at night, usually about the 3rd exchange in. He is on the cycler for 8 hours. He doesn't seem to be taking off too much. His K levels are good. It always seems to happen about the sam… --- ## [I've heard that many home patients wind up in-center](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/ive-heard-that-many-home-patients-wind-up-in-center/559)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2005, 7:41pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/ive-heard-that-many-home-patients-wind-up-in-center/559 "2005-12-29T19:41:28Z")
Is this a myth or true? Why does this happen and what can be done about it? What is the average length of time that PD patients and HHD patients continue to dialyze at home? --- ## [Peritoneal Dialysis](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/peritoneal-dialysis/437)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2005, 7:40am UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/peritoneal-dialysis/437 "2005-10-27T07:40:53Z")
Would be interested in providing PD for self paying patients in the Loveland CO area. Comments/suggestions welcomed. Margaret --- ## [Skin irritation](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/skin-irritation/466)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2005, 9:00am UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/skin-irritation/466 "2005-10-18T09:00:03Z")
My buttocks and back are irritated and painful after each 4 hr dialysis session..I have tried aloe,lac hydrin etc moisturisers,and foam and doughnut seats which are a bit helpful but I need a better solution. Anyone??? --- ## [Health, Happiness & Hope](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/health-happiness-hope/359)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2005, 8:24pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/health-happiness-hope/359 "2005-07-25T20:24:19Z")
2nd Annual Renal Support Network National Patient Meeting Please join us! September 29 - October 1, 2005. “Health, Happiness & Hope” Sheraton Hotel & Towers, Chicago, IL. Held in conjunction with the annual meeti… --- ## [Is there a specific diet for people with kideny problems?](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/is-there-a-specific-diet-for-people-with-kideny-problems/343)
**Author:** [@squigga23](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/squigga23)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2005, 10:58pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/is-there-a-specific-diet-for-people-with-kideny-problems/343 "2005-07-13T22:58:15Z")
I'm just curious if people with kidney problems must adhere to a specific diet. --- ## [For profit take over](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/for-profit-take-over/341)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2005, 12:34pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/for-profit-take-over/341 "2005-07-13T12:34:35Z")
Our unit has been bought by a for profit company. Anyone out there that has been through this- please reply. What effect will it have on my pd program? --- ## [Back-up facilityfor new HD and PD training](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/back-up-facilityfor-new-hd-and-pd-training/333)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2005, 2:29pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/back-up-facilityfor-new-hd-and-pd-training/333 "2005-07-10T14:29:09Z")
Hi everyone. I am seeking information on back-up facility for our new home dialysis and pd training service. We are located in Kansas. Our company is independantly operated and newly opened. Any information is greatl… --- ## [How can a grandparent support stepdaughter,son-inlaw](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/how-can-a-grandparent-support-stepdaughter-son-inlaw/301)
**Author:** [@granmak756](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/granmak756)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2005, 8:20pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/how-can-a-grandparent-support-stepdaughter-son-inlaw/301 "2005-07-01T20:20:56Z")
I would like some ideas on how to support my stepdaughter and son-in-law as they deal with their son,my grandson havein pkd. We will know more in the fall if my grandson will need surgery or something else for this disea… --- ## [PD leaks](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/pd-leaks/282)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2005, 8:23am UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/pd-leaks/282 "2005-06-25T08:23:30Z")
what can you tell me about leaks with PD. I have a pt who has a leak into scrotum(med-large leak) We have tried smaller volumes(1000), with not much success. He is on cylcer. He desparately does not want Hemo. Thanks --- ## [PD and nutrition](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/pd-and-nutrition/73)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2005, 8:57pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/pd-and-nutrition/73 "2005-06-11T20:57:31Z")
What is the most effective way to increase albumin and protein levels, besides improved diet? Does anyone out there have a criteria for albumin levels when converting folks from hemo to pd? --- ## [IP Insulin](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/ip-insulin/179)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2005, 3:08pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/ip-insulin/179 "2005-06-06T15:08:25Z")
I manage a small PD program and currently have a diabetic with uncontrolled blood sugars. Can anyone give me some information on IP Insulin? Are there advantages to this for controlling blood sugars? How does this work f… --- ## [Amino Acids](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/amino-acids/72)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2005, 9:34am UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/amino-acids/72 "2005-06-06T09:34:38Z")
Hello, Anything new going on with amino acid solutions for pd patients? --- ## [Employmen travel and supply logistics](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/employmen-travel-and-supply-logistics/257)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2005, 3:26pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/employmen-travel-and-supply-logistics/257 "2005-05-20T15:26:43Z")
I have a CAPD patient who has employment which requires air travel to job locations for unspecified periods of time. The assignments occur with little advance notice, sometimes only one day. Has anyone had experience w… --- ## [IP Heparin](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/ip-heparin/254)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2005, 7:03pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/ip-heparin/254 "2005-05-13T19:03:56Z")
Greetings, My group is in the process of updating our peritonitis protocol. We are not sure if we should add heparin to the IP antibiotics. Our pharmacy in the hospital says it will bind with the antibiotics and ren… --- ## [New Center](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/new-center/170)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.homedialysis.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2005, 10:09pm UTC](https://forums.homedialysis.org/t/new-center/170 "2005-04-30T22:09:34Z")
To open a PD clinic do you have to be attached to a HD unit .I am a PD nurse living in North Carolina who would like to open my own PD facility.Can you advise me? [Previous page](https://forums.homedialysis.org/c/discussions-for-dialysis-professionals/pd-for-professionals/12.md?page=1) [Next page](https://forums.homedialysis.org/c/discussions-for-dialysis-professionals/pd-for-professionals/12.md?page=3)