What does the renal care team recommend for the patient who is thinking about stopping dialysis?
A. Various organizations such as the National Kidney Foundation, the Renal Physicians Association, and the American Society of Nephrology have published guidelines on how to evaluate the patient who is thinking about stopping dialysis. Patients should be evaluated according to these guidelines before a decision is made. Patients and families can request such an evaluation by the renal care team prior to any decisions being made.
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