Asked by Danielle Disahw on Jul 13, 2024
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If parenteral nutrition (PN)must be discontinued suddenly,hang __________ in water at the same infusion rate to prevent hypoglycemia.
Parenteral Nutrition
Nutritional support given intravenously, bypassing the gastrointestinal tract, used for patients unable to eat or absorb nutrients normally.
Hypoglycemia
A condition characterized by an abnormally low level of glucose (sugar) in the blood.
- Know the immediate interventions required when parenteral nutrition must be discontinued abruptly.
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Cortney WilliamsJul 15, 2024
Final Answer :
5% dextrose
The 5% dextrose solution will maintain the fluid and electrolyte balance of the patient until the PN therapy may be either restarted or gradually withdrawn.
The 5% dextrose solution will maintain the fluid and electrolyte balance of the patient until the PN therapy may be either restarted or gradually withdrawn.
Learning Objectives
- Know the immediate interventions required when parenteral nutrition must be discontinued abruptly.
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