You Are Caring for a Client on Total Parenteral Nutrition

question 23

Multiple Choice

You are caring for a client on total parenteral nutrition (TPN) . You know TPN is only used when a client is very malnourished, or the client cannot consume food or liquids for an extended period of time. What is the most important aspect of TPN?

• A) It is only given to very sick people.
• B) It is individualized to the client.
• C) It increases the clients insulin needs.
• D) It has vitamins and minerals in it.

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Definitions:

Demyelination

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Medulla

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