Asked by andrea hernandez on May 26, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a patient receiving parenteral nutrition (PN) .In planning the patient's care for the day,which nursing assessment is most essential?
A) Electrolyte levels
B) Weight
C) Temperature
D) Condition of catheter insertion site
Electrolyte Levels
The concentration of minerals like sodium, potassium, and magnesium in the body, crucial for maintaining fluid balance and muscle function.
Catheter Insertion Site
The specific location on the body where a catheter (a flexible tube) is inserted into a vein or body cavity for treatment or diagnostic purposes.
Parenteral Nutrition
Nourishment provided through an IV, bypassing the digestive system, typically used for patients unable to eat or absorb food normally.
- Assess essential patient parameters to ensure safe administration of parenteral nutrition.
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Learning Objectives
- Assess essential patient parameters to ensure safe administration of parenteral nutrition.
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