Table 4.

Elements to monitor on IDPN.

Glucose	Monitor pre-IDPN infusion, 1-h into the IDPN infusion, and post-IDPN infusion during the first week of starting IDPN or any changes made in dextrose rate, then monthly.     If serum glucose >300 mg/dL, give insulinto keep serum glucose <200 mg/dL.
Triglycerides	Monitor pre-lipid infusion for the first 2 infusions, then monthly.     If 50% rise above baseline level, discontinue lipids.
Potassium, phosphorus	Monitor for low levels due to increased insulin levels in the blood.