Total Parenteral Nutrition Flashcards

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1
Q

A client’s nutrients are supplied through _____

A

Veins

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2
Q

Why would a client need TPN?

A

If GI tract wasn’t working properly

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3
Q

What needs to be monitored closely?

A

Blood sugars; due to dextrose in TPN

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4
Q

If TPN is suddenly increased, client is at risk for?

A

Hyperglycemia due to gradual increased rate if infusion

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5
Q

What other electrolyte imbalance can TPN cause?

A

Hyperkalemia, hypermagnesemia, hyper-phosphatemia

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6
Q

How often do you change the TPN bag?

A

Every 24 hours

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7
Q

What medications can be hung with TPN tubing?

A

None; never do this

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8
Q

Why must tubing be changed daily?

A

To decrease risk for sepsis

TPN increase risk for bacteria to form in tubing

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9
Q

Elevation inn temperature is a sign of?

A

Infection

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10
Q

Why must TPN be gradually decreased?

A

To prevent rebound hypoglycemia

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11
Q

If TPN is unavailable, which IV fluid can be hung as a temporary substitution?

A

10% dextrose water

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