Understanding Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)

Easy Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies Total Parenteral Nutrition

A patient with severe malnutrition is being started on Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN). As part of managing this therapy, the nurse must be knowledgeable about the components and considerations involved in TPN administration. Which of the following are correct regarding TPN? Select all that apply.

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Total Parenteral Nutrition provides all necessary nutrients intravenously.

Monitoring blood glucose levels is essential to prevent hyperglycemia.

TPN solutions are primarily composed of carbohydrates in the form of dextrose.

Electrolyte imbalances can occur if TPN is not monitored closely.

Central venous access is typically utilized for long-term TPN administration.

TPN can aid in restoring immune function in patients with malnutrition.

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