What should be inspected on a dialyzer before setting up the machine?

Inspecting the sterility and structural integrity of the dialyzer is critical before setting up the machine, as these factors directly impact patient safety and treatment efficacy. The dialyzer must be free from contamination to prevent infections. Furthermore, ensuring that the dialyzer is structurally intact is essential to guarantee that it can perform its function effectively without leaks or malfunctions during the dialysis process. If the dialyzer is compromised in either sterility or structure, it can lead to catastrophic consequences for the patient, including exposure to unfiltered blood or the introduction of pathogens.

Other aspects, such as the color, shape, presence of connection tubes, or even the display size, while important in their own contexts, do not have the same immediate implications for safety and effectiveness as checking for sterility and integrity. This makes the focus on sterility and structural integrity paramount in the preparation phase.