A health-care provider has ordered that a 1-year-old pediatric client who has been receiving central peripheral nutrition should transition to oral feeding. Which of the following actions should a nurse take? Select all that apply.

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When transitioning from central peripheral nutrition (CPN) to oral feeding, it's important to monitor the client for hypoglycemia (A) because the body needs to adjust to the change in the source of nutrition. Tapering off the infusion (B) is necessary to gradually accustom the body to the change and prevent complications. Anticipating rapid shifts of potassium (C) is crucial because changes in nutrition sources can affect electrolyte balance. Expecting the client to struggle with oral feeding (E) is realistic, especially in pediatric clients, as they may need time to adapt to the new feeding method. Keeping CPN at a steady rate as oral intake increases (D) is not recommended because it could lead to overfeeding and complications.

A Health-Care Provider Has Ordered That a 1-Year-Old Pediatric Client