Correlates of cognitive impairment in chronic kidney failure patients on hemodialysis: Systematic review and meta ‐analysis

ConclusionsNurses should be aware that the risk of cognitive impairment in chronic kidney failure patients on hemodialysis can be significantly higher for the elderly, women and in patients with a stroke, greater difficulties in activities of daily living, lower hemoglobin concentrations, higher pain levels, sleep difficulties, or depression.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: Journal of Advanced Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Review Source Type: research