The Nurse Is Assisting with the Care of a Patient

The nurse is assisting with the care of a patient who has total parenteral nutrition (TPN) containing dextrose 50% infusing. The patient asks why the rate keeps being increased. Which of the following statements, by the nurse, is best?

A) "It is important to increase the TPN whenever your blood sugar is low."
B) "It is started slowly and increased slowly to allow your pancreas to adjust insulin levels."
C) "By changing the rate, it helps your body increase absorption of the electrolytes."
D) "It is important to do this to help reduce bile secretion and prevent heartburn."