Question

What would be a reason TPN is ordered for a patient? Select all that apply

> inability to achieve or maintain enteral access
>motility disorders
> Intractable diarrhea
>Impairee absorption of nutrients
> Inadequate intake over a 7-14 day period

Answer 1

Total parenteral nutrition is indicated in:

• Inability to achieve or maintain enteral access
• motility disorders like prolonged bowel rest
• Intractable diarrhea of infancy
• impaired absorption of nutrients due to short bowel syndrome
• Inadequate intake over a 7-14 days period

All the options are correct