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C) Every 24 hours
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- There is increaded likelihood for bacterial growth due to the lipids/TPN.
- These patients are at high risk for bloodstream infections.
- This is why it is so important to change the tubing every 24 hours.
- REFERENCE: https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/nutritional-disorders/nutritional-support/total-parenteral-nutrition-tpn