2024 PN NCLEX Questions Nursing Practice Question
Fat emulsions are frequently administered as a part of total parenteral nutrition. Which statement is true regarding fat emulsions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fat emulsions provide a concentrated source of calories, making them essential in total parenteral nutrition, hence having a high energy-to-fluid-volume ratio.
Option B is misleading; while fat emulsions can be well tolerated, they are not hypertonic. Option C is incorrect because fat emulsions are not basic solutions due to sodium hydroxide; they are typically neutral or slightly acidic. Option D misrepresents the pH; fat emulsions are generally neutral, which does not guarantee compatibility with most medications, as some may require specific pH levels for stability.