The client with chronic renal failure who would not be a candidate for peritoneal dialysis is a client
A) who has diabetes mellitus.
B) who is a 10-year-old child.
C) with severe cardiovascular disease.
D) with severe respiratory disease.

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Relative contraindications to peritoneal dialysis include obesity, history of ruptured diverticuli, abdominal disease, respiratory disease, recurrent episodes of peritonitis, abdominal malignancies, severe vascular disease, and extensive abdominal surgery with drains or tubes, which may increase risk of infection.

The Client with Chronic Renal Failure Who Would Not Be