BSN 215 HESI PRACTICE Exam questions and answers Graded A+ latest update The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving 24-hour total parenteral nutrition (TPN) via a central line at 54 ml/hr. When initially assessing the client, the nurse notes th
BSN 215 HESI PRACTICE Exam questions and answers Graded A+ latest update The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving 24-hour total parenteral nutrition (TPN) via a central line at 54 ml/hr. When initially assessing the client, the nurse notes that the TPN solution has run out and the next TPN solution is not available. What immediate action should the nurse take? A. Infuse normal saline at a keep vein open rate. B. Discontinue the IV and flush the port with heparin. C. Infuse 10% dextrose and water at 54 ml/hour. D. Obtain a stat blood glucose level and notify the healthcare provider. - C. Infuse 10% dextrose and water at 54 ml/hour. TPN should be discontin
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