A nurse is providing teaching to a client about total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following information should the nurse include?

A. "TPN has a low risk of complications.": Total parenteral nutrition carries significant risks, including infection, metabolic imbalances, and liver dysfunction. It is not considered low risk. B. "TPN will be administered through a peripheral IV in your arm.": TPN is typically administered through a central venous catheter because its high osmolarity can damage peripheral veins. Using a peripheral IV is not standard practice for long-term TPN. C. "TPN may increase the risk of aspiration.": Aspiration risk is associated with enteral feeding through the gastrointestinal tract, not with TPN, which bypasses the digestive system entirely. D. "TPN will provide nutrition without going through the digestive tract.": TPN delivers nutrients directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the gastrointestinal tract. This is an essential point for clients to understand regarding how TPN supports nutrition when oral or enteral feeding is not possible.