As the LPN is replacing a container of fluids for a patient who is receiving total parenteral nutrition, he calculates that at the present rate of infusion, the IV solution will be hanging for 24 hours. The nurse should:
1. hang the fluids and chart the time.
2. increase the flow rate of the parenteral solution.
3. report to the RN so that the order can be clarified.
4. hang an isotonic fluid in its place until the MD can be notified.
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Hanging IV containers may be left in place for up to 24 hours safely. There is no need to notify the RN or MD, or to hang a nonprescribed fluid.
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