a client has been receiving total parenteral nutrition (tpn) for the last 5 days. before discontinuing the infusion, the infusion rate is slowed. what complication of tpn infusion should the nurse assess the client for as the infusion is discontinued?

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The complication of tpn infusion that the nurse should  assess the client for as the infusion is discontinued is rebound hypoglycemia. So option C is correct. What is TPN infusion?Total parenteral nutrition (TPN)  infusion is described as a method of feeding that bypasses the gastrointestinal tract. In this method, a special formula given through a vein provides most of the nutrients the body needs. The method is used when someone can't or shouldn't receive feedings or fluids by mouth. The following are possible complications associated with TPN infusions: Dehydration and electrolyte Imbalances.Thrombosis (blood clots)Hyperglycemia (high blood sugars)Hypoglycemia (low blood sugars)Infection.Liver Failure.Micronutrient deficiencies (vitamin and mineralsLearn more about TPN infusions at: https://brainly.com/question/8153466#SPJ1This is the complete question: A client has been receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for the last 5 days. Before discontinuing theinfusion, the infusion rate is slowed. What complication of TPN infusion should the nurse assess the client for as the infusion is discontinued?A. dehydrationB. essential fatty acid deficiencyC. rebound hypoglycemiaD. malnutrition