The client is receiving total parenteral nutrition.What does the best plan by the nurse include to prevent complications from total parenteral nutrition (TPN)?

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Assessing the client's blood glucose levels is important to prevent hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia, both of which can lead to complications. The nurse should monitor the client's blood glucose levels frequently and adjust the TPN rate or insulin dosage as needed. Assessing the client's potassium levels, mental status, and blood pressure are important for overall client care, but are not directly related to preventing complications from TPN.

The Client Is Receiving Total Parenteral Nutrition