Strategies for Improving Care of Patients with Acute Kidney Injury Requiring Dialysis (AKI-D) in the Outpatient Hemodialysis Setting.

Patients with acute kidney injury often require dialysis (AKI-D) in the outpatient setting following hospitalization. Management of the patient with AKI-D should focus on preventing further insult to the damaged kidney and recovery of kidney function. Clinical attention should include continuity of care, education, infection control, medication management, and fluid management.