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Dialysis Patient-Comfort
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items As a Dialysis Technician I have learned along the way all of the things that make my patients most comfortable during their treatments. I have listed a few things that I have seen or suggested to patients when in situations that were tough for them. ...
This fleece jacket is warm, as they will appreciate due to treatments making them cold from the inside out! Out of all I have seen, this is my favorite because it has access points for all types of access'. Not only will it work for anyone because of...
Fleece Jacket For Dialysis or Chemotherapy Treatments That Supports Catheters/PICC Lines, Fistulas and/or Ports on Left or Right Side (Gray)
This is basically a blanket that you can wear without losing it to the dirty floor. It accommodates arm access' and would even work with most CVC's.
Premium Dialysis Sweatshirt w/ Arm Zipper
Long sleeved T-shirt with all access points!
Deyeek Women’s Long Sleeve Port Access Shirt
May as well get a laugh out of a frustrating situation.
Funny Dialysis T-Shirt - Big Pain in Arm
As a tech I am not recommending that you shower with a port, but I know you do it anyway so please use these to be safe!
Waterproof Dialysis Catheter Shower Cover 10x12 Pack of 25
Smart idea to have one of these on your arm to avoid sticks while asleep in the hospital or in the case of an emergency where you are non responsive.
Dialysis Patient Silicone Bracelet Set of 2
PD help at home!
Tuck-Away PD Dialysis Belt - Adjustable, Comfortable
Another PD convenience.
2Pcs Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Holder Pink
Things that plug in are not permitted in-center at dialysis due to being a fire hazard. But we can allow patients to bring rechargeable heated blankets! This is one that you wear, and any dialysis patient knows how important it is to have things to k...
ZonLi Wearable Heated Blanket 50x60, Cordless
A wearable (rechargeable) heated blanket with a hood.
MAXEVE Heated Wearable Blanket Hoodie w/ Battery
A neck pillow is a luxury when you're stuck in a dialysis chair for 3-5 hours, 3 days a week.
TALLGO Memory Foam Travel Neck Pillow Grey
These are great for the neck, lower back or under the arm being stuck.
Health Cervical Neck Roll Bolster Pillow Purple
A lot of our patients use hot hands which becomes expensive, I always refer them to this nifty gadgets.
OCOOPA Magnetic Rechargeable Hand Warmers 2 Pack
These are pricey but worth it!
Heated Socks with App Control, 8000mAh Battery
All patients have a bag with their snacks, blankets and so on. Dialysis in-center requires a lot of things to make one comfortable for such a long period of time. This bag is easy for patients to use due to have wheels!
BAGSMART 35L Rolling Duffle Bag with Wheels
These chux are great for under the arm on the way home from dialysis. Some patients will start bleeding again after leaving the center, which makes for a mess in their vehicle. These are washable!
Washable Super Absorbent Reusable Underpads
These weighted sleep masks also help with headaches. They black out all light and cover most of your face.
Men Women Sleep Eye Mask Cooling Weighted
This log can be so helpful. A lot of our patients like to keep track of their fluids on and off and vitals, whether it be for themselves or for family members asking once they get home.
Dialysis Patient Log Book: 90-Day Treatment Journal
A lot of patients struggle when it comes to proper diet and restrictions.
HAMIEW Kidney Friendly Food List Chart Set 3