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Give another name for TPN |
Hyperalimentation |
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Hyperalimentation contains _____, _____ acids, _____, _____, and _____ |
Glucose, amino, water, minerals, vitamins |
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TPN can be safely infused via a central line? (T/F) |
Yes -This is the preferred route |
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TPN can be safely infused via peripheral IV line? (T/F) |
It can, but for only a very short period = 48 - 72 hours maximum |
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If a TPN solution is running too slow and is two hours behind you can increase the rate 20%? (T/F) |
No -Never EVER speed up the rate |
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If a TPN infusion runs in too fast it creates a _____ osmolar imbalance |
Hyperosmolar -This is because of the solutes |
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It is okay however to slow the rat down if the client leaves the unit? (T/F) |
False -Never slow down the rate because it could cause hypoglycemia |
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What tests must the nurse perform every 6 hours when the patient is on TPN? |
#1 Accu chekc #2 Urine glucose/acetone |
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IV lipid emulsions can be given either central or peripheral? (T/F) |
True |
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Be certain to shake a lipid emulsion before administration? (T/F) |
False -Never shake a lipid emulsion because shaking it damages the molecules |
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Into which port of a peripheral IV line can a lipid infusion be piggybacked? |
The port closest to the insertion catheter site -More recently, lipids are included in the hyperalimentation bag and there is no separate administration of lipids |
