A client is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). The nurse assesses for which potential complications of TPN? (Select all that apply.)
a. Hyperglycemia
b. Diarrhea
c. Hypervolemia
d. Immunosuppression
e. Infection
f. Aspiration
g. Air embolism
h. Hypoglycemia
ANS: A, C, E, G, H
These are potential complications. TPN does not place a client at risk for diarrhea, immunosuppression, or aspiration.
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