In this session, we will get into the details of providing parenteral nutrition. Again, these types of questions do tend to show up on NAPLEX, so be sure to know the basics!
Learning Objectives
1. Determine when the use of PN is appropriate given a patient case scenario
2. Discuss the macronutrient and micronutrient components of PN
3. Differentiate between central and peripheral PN
4. Differentiate between 3-in-1 and 2-in-1 PN
5. Describe factors that can alter stability of PN
6. Use calcium-phosphate compatibility curves to determine risk of precipitation within PN solution
7. Formulate a PN solution given a patient case scenario
8. Given a PN formula, calculate: 1) the content of macronutrients (protein, dextrose, fats), 2) the volume of each component and total volume of the PN, 3) the dextrose infusion rate, 4) the calories provided from each macronutrient
9. Discuss the appropriate patient weight that should be used for calculations
10. Given a PN formulation calculate and interpret the NPC:N ratio
11. Identify usual electrolyte content of PN solutions
12. Explain complications associated with PN and how these can be minimized