Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
The nurse knows that which of the following routes is the SAFEST to infuse total parenteral nutrition (TPN)? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct answer
A,B
Rationale
Central lines (subclavian catheter, PICC) are safest for TPN due to high osmolarity. Nasogastric tubes and peripheral IVs are unsuitable.