Metabolism & Nutrition in Surgical Patients (SURG 401)

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What is a disadvantage of parenteral nutrition?

  • Hypertension
  • Diarrhea (correct)
  • Hyperglycemia
  • Cardiovascular complications

Which of the following is a contraindication for parenteral feeding?

  • Patients with skin rashes
  • Patients with kidney disorders
  • Cancer patients on chemotherapy (correct)
  • Patients with lung infections

What baseline nutritional assessment parameters are required before starting parenteral feeding?

  • Body weight and triceps skin fold thickness (correct)
  • Height and shoe size
  • Eye color and hair texture
  • Blood electrolytes and liver function tests

Which vein is commonly used for the infusion of TPN solutions in parenteral nutrition?

<p>Subclavian vein (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a complication related to disturbed glucose metabolism in parenteral nutrition?

<p>Hyperglycemia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group of patients are indicated for parenteral feeding due to their inability to eat enough?

<p>Patients with anorexia nervosa (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of central vein cannulation in parenteral nutrition?

<p>Pneumothorax (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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