Which of the following is an indicator of the adequacy of hemodialysis?

The URR (Urea Reduction Ratio) percentage is an important indicator of the adequacy of hemodialysis because it measures the effectiveness of the dialysis treatment in removing urea, a waste product that builds up in the blood due to kidney failure. A higher URR percentage reflects a greater reduction of urea from the bloodstream during the dialysis session, which is essential in determining if the dialysis treatment is adequately clearing toxins and waste from the patient’s body.

Monitoring URR helps healthcare providers evaluate whether the prescribed dialysis regimen is sufficient for the patient's needs. Typically, a URR of 65% or higher is generally considered adequate for effective hemodialysis, indicating that the treatment is successfully managing signs of renal failure. By ensuring that the URR meets this benchmark, technicians and nephrologists can provide better care and improve patient outcomes.

In contrast, the infusion rates of iron can be used to address anemia in dialysis patients but do not directly assess the efficacy of the dialysis itself. Patient weight can indicate fluid overload or depletion but is not a specific measure of dialysis adequacy. Fluid intake monitoring is essential for managing fluid balance but does not provide a direct indication of how well the hemodialysis is performing in clearing waste products from the blood