Which of the following statements is true about insulin and parenteral nutrition?
A) The amount of parenteral insulin is adjusted based on the previous 24-hour laboratory values.
B) Insulin may be added to a parenteral nutrition solution.
C) Subcutaneous insulin is used on a sliding scale during parenteral nutrition.
D) Supplemental insulin is rarely required for patients receiving parenteral nutrition.
E) Lingering hyperglycemia after parenteral nutrition has stopped requires continuing insulin.

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Hyperglycemia is common when receiving parenteral nutrition; insulin may be administered on a sliding scale for glucose control and/or added to the parenteral solution.The amount of insulin added to the parenteral solution is calculated based on the previous 24-hour laboratory values.Hypoglycemia can result from continuing the insulin after the parenteral nutrition is discontinued.

Which of the Following Statements Is True About Insulin and Parenteral