What is a complication of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) not found with enteral feelings?
a. Dehydration
b. Aspiration if supine
c. Frequent diarrhea
d. Pneumothorax
ANS: D
TPN is administered intravenously. Enteral feedings have increased risk of the other three contraindications.
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