Education materials for home nutrition support consumers

Area of Science:

• Clinical Nutrition
• Patient Education
• Healthcare Management

Background:

• Parenteral and enteral nutrition (PEN) are critical home therapies.
• Home PEN management requires extensive patient and caregiver knowledge.
• Existing educational materials for home PEN are diverse.

Framework:

• A comprehensive directory of home PEN patient education resources was previously established.
• The directory aims to facilitate communication and information sharing.
• This article provides an updated version of the 1995 directory.

Implementation:

• Healthcare facilities, companies, and non-profits develop home PEN educational materials.
• Previous directories were published in 1993 and 1995.
• The updated directory is appended to this article.

Implications:

• Improved access to educational materials can enhance home PEN therapy adherence.
• Facilitating information exchange supports better patient self-management.
• Standardized and accessible resources are crucial for effective home nutrition support.