Prealbumin: What Lab Value Provides Evidence that the TPN is Effective in Improving Nutritional Status?
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Studies suggest that malnutrition is prevalent in up to 50% of hospitalized patients, increasing the need for effective nutritional support like Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN). To confirm if this therapy is working, healthcare professionals rely on a specific lab value, prealbumin, to provide evidence that the TPN is effective in improving the client's nutritional status.
