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MirandaLo

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A client is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) via a central line. Which condition predisposes this client to infection?
 
  a. High protein content in the TPN
  b. WBC count of 7800/mm
  c. Line being in a small IV line
  d. Glucose content of the solution

Question 2

The most likely candidate for total parenteral nutrition is the client:
 
  a. with a low risk of aspiration.
  b. with a well-functioning GI tract.
  c. without intravenous access.
  d. diagnosed with malnutrition and cancer.


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shoemake

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Glucose creates a medium for bacterial growth.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Clients with malnutrition, cancer, and other conditions are best served with parenteral therapy.


MirandaLo

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

Dinolord

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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