Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 201 of 2368
A client will receive parenteral nutrition. Why must it be given through a large central vein?
- Central lines allow the solution to be given by mouth
- The solution is too thin for a peripheral vein
- The concentrated solution is very irritating to blood vessels
- Peripheral veins cannot be used for any infusion
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Correct answer: The concentrated solution is very irritating to blood vessels
Parenteral nutrition contains concentrated glucose, amino acids, and minerals, which irritate smaller blood vessels.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Nutrition: Parenteral Nutrition. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026