decreased levels of glucose. Administering 10% dextrose in water at
the prescribed rate (C) will keep the client from experiencing
hypoglycemia until the next TPN solution is available. The client could
experience a hypoglycemic reaction if the current level of glucose (A)
is not maintained or if the TPN is discontinued abruptly (B). There is no
reason to obtain a stat blood glucose level (D) and the healthcare
provider cannot do anything about this situation
the prescribed rate (C) will keep the client from experiencing
hypoglycemia until the next TPN solution is available. The client could
experience a hypoglycemic reaction if the current level of glucose (A)
is not maintained or if the TPN is discontinued abruptly (B). There is no
reason to obtain a stat blood glucose level (D) and the healthcare
provider cannot do anything about this situation
