TPN/TNA/PN

Question 1

TPN be refrigerated, but warmed for administration by doing what?

Answer 1

Letting bag sit out for a few minutes prior to hanging

Question 2

What type of line is needed to insure TPN?

Answer 2

Central line

Question 3

Is a filter needed for TPN?

Answer 3

YEs

Question 4

Should there be a dedicated line for TPN?

Answer 4

Yes nothing else should go through

Question 5

How should TPN be discontinued? and why?

Answer 5

Gradually and to avoid hypoglycemia

Question 6

Do you need daily weights with TPN?

Answer 6

Yes

Question 7

Is insulin needed with TPN?

Answer 7

Potentially

Question 8

How often should blood glucose be monitored with TPN?

Answer 8

Every 6 hours

Question 9

What is urine checked for when getting TPN

Answer 9

Glucose and ketones

Question 10

Is the TPN mixture mixed ahead or adjusted daily?

Answer 10

Daily according to electrolyes

Question 11

How long can tubing for TPN be hung?

Answer 11

24 hours

Question 12

How often is TPN tubing changed?

Answer 12

With every new bag

Question 13

Can you cover the TPN bag to prevent chemical breakdown?

Answer 13

Yes

Question 14

Does TPN need to be on a pump?

Answer 14

Yes

Question 15

What is the emphasis with home TPN use?

Answer 15

Hand washing

Question 16

What is the most frequent complication of TPN?

Answer 16

Infection