Management and Safety of TPN Therapy

Medium Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies Total Parenteral Nutrition

A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN). It is essential for the nurse to understand the components of TPN, monitor for complications, and educate the patient about this therapy. Select all the actions the nurse should take to ensure safe administration and management of TPN therapy.

Select all that apply:

Monitor blood glucose levels regularly.

Change the TPN container every 48 hours.

Use a dedicated IV line for TPN administration.

Assess the patient for signs of infection at the catheter site.

Administer medications via the TPN line to reduce the number of IV accesses.

Educate the patient about the importance of a high-protein diet when not on TPN.

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