A patient is prescribed PN.For which percentage of dextrose should the nurse prepare the patient to have a central venous catheter placed for this infusion?

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PN dextrose greater than 12% should be administered through a central venous catheter into a large vein to prevent vein irritation and thrombophlebitis.A.B.C.These dextrose percentages can be safely administered through a peripheral site.

A Patient Is Prescribed PN