Hypotension while on dialysis is due to
Correct Answer: Excessive ultrafiltration
Description: (A) Excessive ultrafiltration # INTRADIALYTIC HYPOTENSION is the presence of a decrease in systolic blood pressure PS20 mmHg or a decrease in mean arterial pressure by 10 mmHg.> Dialysis hypotension is the result of an inadequate cardiovascular response to the reduction in blood volume that occurs when a large volume of water is removed during a short period of time.
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