You are caring for a client who has just had total parenteral nutrition (TPN) ordered. The LPN is correct when informing the client that TPN is used for what?
A) To meet the client's need for protein
B) To provide calories and prevent weight loss
C) To provide glucose to the client and prevent weight loss
D) To meet the client's caloric and nutritional needs
D
Feedback:
TPN uses a solution of nutrients to meet the client's caloric and nutritional needs. TPN does provide calories and glucose to the client, but it does not prevent weight loss. TPN does include protein, but it usually does not meet the total protein requirement of the adult client.
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