Question

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving TPN. A new bag is not available when the current infusion is nearly completed. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

1) Administer the remaining TPN from the current bag
2) Discontinue the TPN infusion
3) Flush the TPN line with normal saline
4) Wait for the new bag of TPN to arrive

Answer 1

When a new bag of TPN is unavailable, the nurse should administer the remaining TPN from the current bag.

Step-by-step explanation:

When a new bag of Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) is not available when the current infusion is nearly completed, the nurse should take the following action:

1. Administer the remaining TPN from the current bag. This ensures that the client continues to receive the necessary nutrition and prevents any interruptions in their therapy.

It is important to monitor the client closely during this time and ensure that the administration of TPN from the current bag is done safely and according to the healthcare facility's protocols and guidelines.