NUTRItion Flashcards
1
Q
What happens with the acute stoppage of TPN?
A
Hypoglycemia because the carb load of TPN causes the pancreas to release excess insulin
2
Q
What complications is TPN most associated with?
A
Infection
Thrombophlebitis
Cholecystitis 2/2 cholestasis since gut is not being used and gb is not contracting
3
Q
When should you consider TPN?
A
When a patient will not be able to eat for 5-7 days
4
Q
What are the medical indications for TPN?
A
Short bowel syndrome Active GI bleed SBO Pancreatitis Burns Fistula so
5
Q
How does TPN cause hypophosphatemia?
A
Intra cellular movement caused by glucose loading
