What is the Maximum Time for PPN?
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According to the Western Australia Country Health Service, peripheral parenteral nutrition (PPN) is ideally used for short periods, typically fewer than 5–7 days. Understanding the maximum time for PPN is critical for both patients and healthcare providers to ensure effective treatment and minimize potential complications. PPN is intended to provide nutritional support when the gastrointestinal tract is non-functional or inaccessible for a limited time.