A patient's 2:1 parenteral nutrition container infuses before the pharmacy prepares the next container.This places the patient at risk for which complication?

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Because of the high glucose content of 2:1 parenteral nutrition,any interruption in therapy places the patient at risk for hypoglycemia.A PN of this type should not be discontinued abruptly,but rather over several (as many as 48)hours to prevent a sudden drop in blood sugar.Hypoglycemia is unlikely to occur with a 3:1 solution (containing lipids),as the final concentration of glucose is less than 10%.Sepsis is a complication that can occur if a break in aseptic technique occurs during therapy.Pneumothorax can occur as a result of central venous catheter insertion.Central venous catheters are typically employed for parenteral nutrition.Thrombophlebitis is a complication of central venous catheter use.

A Patient's 2:1 Parenteral Nutrition Container Infuses Before the Pharmacy