A patient is receiving parenteral nutrition. The current solution is nearing completion, and a new solution is to be hung, but it has not arrived from the pharmacy. Which action by the nurse would be most appropriate?

A patient is receiving parenteral nutrition. The current solution is nearing completion, and a new solution is to be hung, but it has not arrived from the pharmacy. Which action by the nurse would be most appropriate? 


a) Have someone go to the pharmacy to obtain the new solution.
b) Slow the current infusion rate so that it will last until the new solution arrives.
c) Hang a solution of dextrose 10% and water until the new solution is available.
d) Begin an infusion of normal saline in another site to maintain hydration.


Answer: c) Hang a solution of dextrose 10% and water until the new solution is available.


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