TPN Full Form in Medical term is Total Parenteral Nutrition. Bypassing the digestive system is possible with total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Most of the vitamins and minerals a human body needs can be supplied by fluids injected directly into a vein. This procedure is done when giving a patient fluids or food through the mouth is not an option.
TPN may be administered to neonates who are ill or delivered prematurely before any other feedings are started. This form of feeding may also be used when they have prolonged problems with gastrointestinal nutrient absorption.
Through intravenous administration, TPN provides a baby with a balanced diet of hydration, carbohydrates, electrolytes, (protein), minerals, vitamins, & frequently lipids (fats). Babies that are extremely frail or critically ill may need TPN to survive. It has the potential to give a higher nutrient density than the sugars and salts found in standard intravenous (IV) feedings.
Infections can be avoided by always washing hands and disinfecting surfaces. Make sure you’ve cleaned and dried all the surfaces you’ll be working on before beginning TPN. You might also try covering it with a fresh towel. This tidy table is essential for storing your tools.