This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: General surgery, Subject name: Surgery
In a patient of total parenteral nutrition daily monitoring is done with 
Select and explain. 
A. Body weight, B. Plasma protein, C. CBC, D. Plasma osmolality
A: Body weight
Answer: A: Body weight 
Explanation: Fluid overload can be avoided by daily weighing of the patient. A weight change of >1 kg/day normally indicates fluid retention. PG NO.282 27th edition BAILEY