Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who will be receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) at home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
A,D
Rationale
Infusing 10% dextrose prevents hypoglycemia if TPN is unavailable, and refrigerating TPN maintains stability. Shaking the bag or maintaining rate when behind can cause complications.