The nurse notes that the peripheral PN bag is almost empty,and a new PN bag has not yet arrived from the pharmacy.Which following action is appropriate?

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Infusing 5% dextrose in water until the new PN bag is delivered from the pharmacy is appropriate because it helps prevent hypoglycemia that can occur if the PN infusion is suddenly stopped. This is a common practice to maintain blood sugar levels until the next PN infusion is ready.

The Nurse Notes That the Peripheral PN Bag Is Almost