The patient has parenteral nutrition infusing with amino acids and dextrose. In report, the oncoming nurse is told that the tubing, the bag, and the dressing were changed 22 hours ago. What care should the nurse coming on be prepared to do
a. Give the patient insulin.
b. Check amount of feeding left in the bag.
c. Check that the next bag has been ordered.
d. Check the insertion site and change the tubing.
e. Check the label to ensure ingredients and solution are as ordered.
Answer;
b. Check amount of feeding left in the bag.
c. Check that the next bag has been ordered.
e. Check the label to ensure ingredients and solution are as ordered.
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