Fistula First Toolkit

Change Concept 1. Routine CQI Review of Vascular Access: Tools

Change Concept 2. Timely Referral to Nephrologist: Tools Timely Referral to Nephrologist: Tools

Change Concept 3. Early Referral to Surgeon for "AVF Only" Evaluation and Timely Placement:

Change Concept 4. Surgeon Selection Based on Best Outcomes, Willingness, and Ability to Provide Access Services:and Abi

Change Concept 5. Full Range of Appropriate Surgical Approaches to AVF Evaluation Placement:hes to AVF Evaluation Placement:

Change Concept 6. Secondary AVF Placement in Patients with AV Grafts

Change Concept 7. AVF Placement in Patients with Catheters Where Indicated

Change Concept 8. Cannulation Training for AV Fistulas

Change Concept 9. Monitoring Maintenance to Ensure Adequate Access Function

Change Concept 10. Education for Care Givers Patients

Change Concept 11. Outcomes Feedback to Guide Practice

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