There is a difference between peripheral parenteral nutrition (PPN) and central vein total parenteral nutrition. What is that difference?
A) Dextrose B) Lipid emulsion C) Vitamins D) Electrolytes
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The recommended concentration of dextrose in PPN is less than 10% to avoid damage to the peripheral veins.
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a. Hepatitis virus b. Herpes virus c. HIV d. Influenza virus
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Fill in the blank with correct word
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a. Oral site b. Rectal site c. Temporal artery site d. Tympanic membrane site