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Goal: To provide an overview of the role of the nephrology nurse undertaking intra-operative hemodialysis during liver transplant.

Objectives:

1. Explain the rationale behind the use of intra-operative dialysis during liver transplantation.
2. Discuss the preparation, equipment, and procedure of intra-operative dialysis during liver transplantation.
3. Describe intra-operative dialysis prescription during liver transplantation.

Acknowledgments: The authors would like to acknowledge the support and dedication of the following staff: Hemodialysis Unit Nursing Staff, Operating Theatre Educators, and Maree Jarrett (Liver Transplant Coordinator).

Statement of Disclosure: The authors reported no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this continuing nursing education article.