Assessment of Blood Glucose Levels Is Prescribed Every 6 Hours

question 26

Multiple Choice

Assessment of blood glucose levels is prescribed every 6 hours for a patient who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) . The patient asks why this is necessary. Which of the following responses by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A)"When people receive TPN, they develop mild diabetes, which needs to be well regulated."
• B)"TPN contains a lot of sugar. We monitor blood glucose to be sure it doesn't get too high."
• C)"There is a lot of sugar in the solution, which can increase the risk for rebound hypoglycemia."
• D)"We have to monitor your glucose because the physician prescribed it."

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