A client diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC) has a sigmoid colostomy and is currently on total parenteral nutrition (TPN).

Which of the following statements regarding TPN is correct?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

ID: 137304

Question

A client diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC) has a sigmoid colostomy and is currently on total parenteral nutrition (TPN).  
 
   Which of the following statements regarding TPN is correct? 
 
   Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Answer

Daily weights and input as well as output must be recorded for a client with TPN

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Total parenteral solutions contain lower concentrations of proteins and dextrose.

Answer

If the TPN solution is temporarily unavailable, it is acceptable to administer 5% dextrose/water until the solution can be obtained

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Total parenteral solutions may be given via gravity and are likely to cause hyperglycemia

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