A patient is receiving total parenteral nutrition. Which action(s) will the nurse perform? (Select all that apply.)
a. Assess for electrolyte imbalance.
b. Check residual volume qid.
c. Position the patient in a high Fowler's position.
d. Monitor blood glucose levels.
e. Discard the solution every 24 hours.
ANS: A, D, E
Electrolytes are monitored during parenteral nutrition. Hyperglycemia may develop and therefore should be monitored. Solutions are discarded every 24 hours. Checking residual volume qid is not an accurate nursing action. Positioning the patient in a high Fowler's position is not necessary for parenteral nutrition.
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