a. Energy: Fats serve as a fuel for energy production. Fat is also an important storage form of body fuel. b. Essential Nutrients: Dietary triglycerides supply the body with essential fatty acids.
Ultrafiltration is the part of the hemodialysis process where fluid is removed from the bloodstream and is often done with the sole purpose of taking fluid off when diuretics aren't doing the trick, or the kidneys have taken a hit and need relief from fluid overload. SLED is hemodialysis at a slower rate.
Peritoneal Dialysis. Two different types of peritoneal dialysis are available: CAPD and CCPD. Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD) uses liquid called dialysate, which is contained in prepared sterile bags. The patient attaches tubing in the shape of a Y with two bags attached to his/her catheter. One of the bags is empty; the other contains dialysate.