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A Patient Is Having Complications from Abdominal Surgery and Remains

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A patient is having complications from abdominal surgery and remains NPO.Because enteral tube feedings are not possible,the decision is to initiate parenteral feedings.What are the major complications for this therapy?


A) Aspiration pneumonia and sepsis
B) Fluid and electrolyte imbalances and sepsis
C) Fluid overload and pulmonary edema
D) Hypoglycemia and renal insufficiency

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