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RN VATI Pharmacology S 2019 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of TPN
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: 2+ peripheral pitting Edema. This is due to fluid overload from TPN, leading to excessive fluid accumulation in peripheral tissues. Deep tendon reflexes (
A) and normal blood glucose levels (
B) are not typically adverse effects of TPN. Potassium within normal range (
C) is a positive finding. Peripheral pitting edema (
D) indicates fluid imbalance.
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