What is often used to manage hypotension during hemodialysis?

In the context of managing hypotension during hemodialysis, administering saline boluses is frequently employed as an effective intervention. This practice works by increasing the intravascular volume, which helps stabilize blood pressure levels that may drop during the procedure. Hypotension can occur during dialysis due to factors such as the removal of excess fluid from the body, which decreases blood volume, or changes in vascular resistance.

Increasing the blood flow rate can lead to a more rapid removal of fluid, potentially exacerbating hypotension rather than alleviating it. While providing oxygen therapy and encouraging deep breathing can be beneficial for patient comfort and overall oxygenation, they do not directly address the underlying cause of hypotension in this setting. Therefore, the administration of saline boluses is the most targeted and effective approach for managing this complication during hemodialysis.