- Describe the purpose of total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which patients may benefit from the use of TPN? Describe the nursing measures for the initiation of TPN.
- The patient receiving TPN therapy is at risk for complications from the infusion. What complications should the nurse anticipate? What signs/symptoms will help the nurse to identify the development of a complication? What are the nursing actions will be implemented if a complication develops?
- Patients with central line catheters (CLCs) are at risk for Catheter-Related Bloodstream Infection (CRBSI). List the nursing interventions used to prevent CRBSI.
- Describe the guidelines for CLC dressing changes. What are the guidelines for flushing the CLC? Include routine and medication administration. Identify the nursing measures for removing a CLC or Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC).
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