Total parenteral nutrition is hypertonic. What is the percentage of dextrose in these solutions?
A) 2.5% dextrose
B) 5% dextrose
C) 10% dextrose
D) 50% dextrose
Ans: D
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Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) is a hypertonic solution containing 20% to 50% dextrose, proteins, vitamins, and minerals that is administered into the venous system.
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