The nurse is administering parenteral nutrition via a central venous access device. Which outcome would best substantiate the nurse's assessment that this therapy is effective?
a. The patient gains 4 1/2 pounds in 1 week.
b. The patient's blood glucose stays between 130 and 160.
c. The patient states, "I'm feeling much stronger today.".
d. The patient gains 6 pounds over 12 days.
D
The patient should gain between 1 and 3 pounds per week on parenteral nutrition. Four and a half pounds is too much of a weight gain in 1 week. The blood glucose level is too high. The patient's statement is subjective datum and is less accurate than measurable data.
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