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. Formulate the macronutrients in a PN solution given a patient case scenario
7. Discuss the appropriate patient weight that should be used for calculations
8. Explain complications associated with PN and how these can be minimized