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Symptom Management Tools

The tools and information here support healthcare providers in screening, assessing and managing the symptoms of their patients receiving dialysis.

Healthcare Provider Resources

Edmonton Symptom Assessment System Revised – Renal Questionnaire

Also known as Your Symptoms Matter, this valid and reliable tool asks about 12 common symptoms of kidney disease. Patients rate the severity of each symptom from 0 to 10 so their healthcare team can see which symptoms the patient may need help with. Available in 15 languages.

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Symptom Management Resources

These resources help healthcare providers assess and manage symptoms commonly reported by people with chronic kidney disease.

Anxiety and Depression

Insomnia

Pain

Pruritus (Itchy Skin)

Restless Legs Syndrome


Resources to Share with Patients

Managing Your Symptoms
This set of guides helps people with chronic kidney disease learn how to recognize their symptoms and manage them.

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