221 - Understanding Basic Lab Values 101

This presentation reviews laboratory values that are key in diagnosing and assessing the progression of kidney disease, including anemia, electrolytes, nutrition, bone management, urine microscopy, and adequacy of dialysis.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 8/31/2022.

Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures:
• Marijo Johnson – Employee, Fresenius Medical Care

There are no other disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.

Accreditation Statement:
American Nephrology Nurses Association (ANNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

ANNA is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP17499.

ANNA urges participants to be aware of the CNE requirements for relicensure in the states in which they hold a license.

Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the learner will explain given lab values, what a patient will exhibit if lab values are not in balance, and the importance of assessing lab values to determine an effective treatment plan.