The client is receiving total parenteral nutrition. What does the ...

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The client is receiving total parenteral nutrition. What does the best plan by the nurse include to prevent complications from total parenteral nutrition (TPN)?
 
  1. Assess the client's potassium levels.
  2. Assess the client's blood glucose levels.
  3. Assess the client's mental status.
  4. Assess the client's blood pressure.

Question 2

Vitamins are organic substances needed in
 
  1. large amounts to decrease cell size.
  2. large amounts to promote health.
  3. small amounts to promote growth.
  4. small amounts to increase cell size.

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: The client's potassium levels should not be affected by total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
Rationale 2: Hyperglycemia may occur, as total parenteral nutrition (TPN) solutions contain concentrated amounts of glucose.
Rationale 3: The client's mental status should not be affected by total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
Rationale 4: Blood pressure is not an essential assessment for a client receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN).

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Cells do not supply vitamins; they are needed in the diet.
Rationale 2: Vitamins are not needed in large amounts.
Rationale 3: Vitamins are needed in small amounts to promote growth and maintain health.
Rationale 4: Cells do not supply vitamins; they are needed in the diet.