A Patient Is Having Complications from Abdominal Surgery and Remains

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient is having complications from abdominal surgery and remains NPO.Because enteral tube feedings are not possible,the decision is to initiate parenteral feedings.What are the major complications for this therapy?

• A) Aspiration pneumonia and sepsis
• B) Fluid and electrolyte imbalances and sepsis
• C) Fluid overload and pulmonary edema
• D) Hypoglycemia and renal insufficiency

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