When preparing to give total parenteral nutrition intravenously to a patient suffering from malnutrition, the nurse must ensure that the solution is correctly mixed. Which of the fat soluble vitamins cannot be given intravenously in this solution?

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Vitamin K is the only fat-soluble vitamin that should not be given intravenously with total parenteral nutrition due to the risk of anaphylaxis. The other fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, and E) can be safely administered via this route.

When Preparing to Give Total Parenteral Nutrition Intravenously to a Patient