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Goal: To discuss the utilization of continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) in the treatment of acute renal failure.

Objectives:

Describe the one difference between continuous arteriovenous hemofiltration (CAVH) and continuous venovenous hemofiltration (CVVH) therapy.
Discuss two common indications for CRRT therapy.
Identify 3 approaches to initiating a successful CRRT program.

Acknowledgment: Special thanks to Patricia Atkins, MSN, RN, CCRN for collaboration with this manuscript.

Susan M. Dirkes

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