A patient receiving cylic infusions of TPN at night only. The nurse knows taht the rationale behind this schedule is a result of which of the following facts?
A. TPN must only be given in 12 hr shifts to prevent hyperglycemia
B. night scheduling promotes independence of activities of daily living independent of the infusion pump.
C. Metabolism of TPN is improved when the patient is sleeping
D. Fluid overload can occur if the patient has oral intake and TPN concurrently.
Ans: B. night scheduling promotes independence of activities of daily living independent of the infusion pump.
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