A critical care nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with acute pancreatitis. The nurse knows that the indications for starting parenteral nutrition (PN) for this patient are what?
A) 5% deficit in body weight compared to preillness weight and increased caloric need
B) Calorie deficit and muscle wasting combined with low electrolyte levels
C) Inability to take in adequate oral food or fluids within 7 days
D) Significant risk of aspiration coupled with decreased level of consciousness
Ans: C
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The indications for PN include an inability to ingest adequate oral food or fluids within 7 days. Weight loss, muscle wasting combined with electrolyte imbalances, and aspiration indicate a need for nutritional support, but this does not necessary have to be parenteral.
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