The nurse is caring for a client who has been on simple IV solutions for 2 days. Why should the nurse avoid maintaining clients on simpleIV solutions, such as dextrose in water, longer than 1 to 2 days?

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Simple IV solutions such as dextrose in water do not contain adequate nutrition and calories for prolonged use, which can lead to malnutrition and electrolyte imbalances. Complex solutions are required for long-term IV therapy to maintain adequate nutrition and fluid balance.

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