RN Transition to Practice resource
Administration of TPN
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Framework (5 modules): What TPN is, and the types you'll see — central vs. peripheral, 2-in-1 vs. 3-in-1, cyclic vs. continuous Methods of administration — dedicated lumen, pump only, gradual start, tapered discontinuation Addressing insulin needs — compounded vs. separate insulin, monitoring frequency, watching both directions Administration sets and filters — the 1.2 vs. 0.22 micron decision, tubing change schedule, bag inspection Monitoring and complications — refeeding syndrome, line infection, fluid overload, routine labs Practice Lab — TPN Administration Practice Lab (5 drills): Central or peripheral? — 6 scenarios deciding route based on concentration, duration, and access Administration check — 7 scenarios distinguishing correct practice from common errors (shared lumen, gravity infusion, abrupt stop, blood draws from the TPN line) Glucose & insulin call — 7 scenarios across "no action / correction insulin / notify / treat hypoglycemia now," including the tapering-related hypoglycemia risk Pick the filter — 6 scenarios directly testing the 1.2 vs. 0.22 micron decision based on lipid content Red flag or routine? — 8 scenarios covering refeeding syndrome, bag appearance, line infection signs, and fluid overload

