What Percentage of the Patient's Caloric Needs Should Be Met

question 27

Multiple Choice

What percentage of the patient's caloric needs should be met before the nurse would anticipate discontinuation of the PN?

• A) 25%
• B) 30%
• C) 60%
• D) 75%

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