Nice — proper clinical topic 👌 Since you work in a hospital setting, I’ll explain it in practical dialysis-unit style. AV Fistula (AVF) Cannulation – Step-by-Step Process AVF cannulation is done to obtain arterial outflow and venous return access for haemodialysis. ⸻ 🔍 1. Pre-Cannulation Assessment (VERY important) Before touching a needle: ✔ Check the fistula \t•\tLook – redness, swelling, aneurysm, infection, scabs \t•\tFeel – warm skin? pain? hardness? \t•\tThrill – place fingers lightly →

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