Which of the following statements is true of total parenteral nutrition (TPN)?
A. TPN can help reduce tumor growth.
B. TPN decreases blood sugar levels in diabetic patients.
C. TPN can prevent excessive weight loss in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
D. TPN does not influence white blood cell counts.
Answer: C
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