A nurse is educating a 58-year-old patient with end-stage re…
A nurse is educating a 58-year-old patient with end-stage renal disease who just had an arteriovenous (AV) fistula created for hemodialysis. The nurse is explaining the care and maintenance of the new fistula to help prevent complications and ensure optimal function. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates a need for further teaching about the care of the AV fistula?