Change Concept #10
Education for Care Givers and Patients

To make good decisions about their care, dialysis patients and their caregivers need support and resources, including information about the value of fistulae over other access types, protecting their veins, and advocating for themselves with their health care team.

• Develop Routine In-Servicing and Education Programs in Vascular Access for Facility Staff
• Provide Continuing Education for All Caregivers
• Educate Patients to Improve Quality of Care and Outcomes

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