It was reported that a patient experienced air in the patient line of a homechoice cassette without an alarm.This occurred during initial drain of automated peritoneal dialysis therapy.The patient was connected at the time of the event.During troubleshooting, it was determined that an air bubble was found in the patient line, however, there was nothing unusual found that would cause or contribute to the event.Renal therapy services (rts) assisted the patient in ending the therapy session.The patient started over with new supplies.Rts revewed proper procedures per the user manual with the patient.There was no patient injury or medical intervention associated with this event.No additional information is available.
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