Which of the following is true about PPN?
a. The formula is generally sufficient in protein and kilocalories.
b. It is administered through a central line.
c. It is indicated for long-term support.
d. The formula is dilute so it does not irritate veins.
Q. 2Which of the following is not routinely included in the parenteral solution, but may be added in some institutions?
a. medications
b. trace minerals
c. vitamins
d. electrolytes
Q. 3In which of the following clinical conditions might your patient benefit from a larger percentage of their kcal provided by lipid?
a. respiratory failure
b. liver failure
c. hyperglycemia
d. congestive heart failure
Q. 4Which of the following is not a side effect of excessive carbohydrate infusion via PN?
a. hyperglycemia
b. excessive CO2 production
c. excess fluid infusion
d. hepatic steatosis
Q. 5What type of lipid is commonly used to make the lipid used in TPN?
a. olive oil
b. egg phospholipid
c. stearic acid
d. soybean oil
Q. 6The caloric value of the carbohydrate source used in PN is:
a. 4 kcal/g.
b. 9 kcal/g.
c. 3.4 kcal/g.
d. 11 kcal/g.
Q. 7The carbohydrate source used in PN is:
a. glucose.
b. intralipid.
c. disaccharides.
d. dextrose monohydrate.
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