The nurse can reduce the risk of access site infection in a client receiving TPN by
a. adding antibiotics to the TPN fluid.
b. changing the catheter every 48 hours.
c. changing the transparent dressing every 72 hours.
d. using a semipermeable dressing on the insertion site.
C
Prevention of catheter-related infections is key to successful TPN administration and is one of the TJC National Patient Safety Goals. Gauze dressings are changed every 48 hours and transparent dressings every 3 to 7 days, using strict aseptic technique and meticulous hand-washing.
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