Chronic Kidney Disease - The Post Transplant Patient

This module is part of a continuing education series the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) to support the learning needs of nurses who care for nephrology patients in alternative settings.


At the completion of this module the learner will be able to:

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2. Identify the differences between Stages 4 and 5 CKD Post-Transplant patient.
   
3. Discuss the prevalence of Stages 4 and 5 CKD Post-Transplant patient.
   
4. Identify key assessment areas for the 4 and 5 CKD Post-Transplant patient.
   
5. Identify potential problems the CKD Stage 4 or 5 Post-transplant patient can encounter and preventative measures to minimize those problems.
   
6. Describe the types and rationale for medications used.