Tag: Parenteral nutrition safety

According to a 2021 study, home parenteral nutrition (HPN) is a life-saving therapy for patients with chronic intestinal failure and may be required for months, years, or even a lifetime. While primarily a temporary measure, can parenteral nutrition be given long-term to provide necessary nutrients when the digestive system is not functional, and what does this entail for patients?

According to the Institute for Safe Medication Practices, improper compounding of parenteral feeding formulations has resulted in serious harm and even death. The primary concern if too much calcium and phosphorus are added in a TPN is the formation of an insoluble calcium phosphate precipitate, which can lead to life-threatening complications.

According to the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN), one of the most critical factors for patient safety during Peripheral Parenteral Nutrition (PPN) is the concentration of the infused solution. The key requirement for solutions infused into peripheral veins during PPN is a low osmolarity to prevent vein irritation and inflammation.