The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving parenteral nutrition (PN) . The patient develops increased thirst, blurred vision, and a headache. Which action should the nurse take?
A) Check the patient's glucose level.
B) Assess blood pressure.
C) Discontinue the PN.
D) Apply oxygen.
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