The client is being treated with total parenteral nutrition. He is experiencing sharp chest pain and decreased breath sounds. These symptoms most likely are the result of:
a. fluid overload.
b. infection.
c. air embolism.
d. pneumothorax.
ANS: D
The client being treated with TPN who is also experiencing sharp chest pain and decreased breath sounds is most likely to be experiencing pneumothorax.
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