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16. A home care patient with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is receiving peritoneal dialysis at home. The patient develops abdominal pain, cloudy dialysate, and fever. What is the immediate clinical concern?

A. Normal side effect of dialysis
B. Peritonitis (infection of the peritoneum)
C. Dehydration
D. Low blood pressure

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  • Normal side effect of dialysis
  • Peritonitis (infection of the peritoneum)
  • Dehydration
  • Low blood pressure

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