Are PN and TPN the same thing? Unpacking the Key Differences in Parenteral Nutrition
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While medical abbreviations can be confusing, a common point of clarification is the distinction between PN and TPN. The answer to "Are PN and TPN the same thing?" is that TPN is a specific type of PN, where PN (parenteral nutrition) is the broader category for intravenous feeding.
