Karen's physician is deciding whether peripheral parenteral nutrition (PPN) or total parenteral nutrition (TPN) would be more appropriate for her condition. What situation would most likely warrant the need for TPN?

a. The patient requires a solution with low osmolarity.
b. The patient needs nutrition support for less than two weeks
c. The patient has various access sites available in the arms and legs.
d. The patient has low nutrient needs.
e. The patient is on fluid restriction.


Answer: e. The patient is on fluid restriction.

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