What is the purpose of Hanson connectors in the dialysis setup?

What is the purpose of Hanson connectors in the dialysis setup?

• A. Connect the dialysate lines to the dialyzer
• B. Connect the arterial blood lines
• C. Prime the bloodlines
• D. Clamp the arterial line

Answer: (A)

Hanson connectors are the quick-connect fittings used to attach the dialysate tubing to the dialyzer’s dialysate ports. This connection completes the dialysate side of the dialysis circuit, allowing dialysate to flow through the dialyzer so wastes move from blood into dialysate. They also help flush and prime the dialysate channel and reduce the risk of air entry or leaks. They aren’t used to connect arterial blood lines, nor are they the step for priming the bloodlines or for clamping the arterial line.

Hanson connectors are the quick-connect fittings used to attach the dialysate tubing to the dialyzer’s dialysate ports. This connection completes the dialysate side of the dialysis circuit, allowing dialysate to flow through the dialyzer so wastes move from blood into dialysate. They also help flush and prime the dialysate channel and reduce the risk of air entry or leaks. They aren’t used to connect arterial blood lines, nor are they the step for priming the bloodlines or for clamping the arterial line.