Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Home parenteral nutrition programs.

P J Schneider, J M Mirtallo

    JPEN. Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
    |March 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary

    Home parenteral nutrition (HPN) training can be simplified for wider patient access. Simplifying HPN preparation, supply, and reimbursement processes makes this vital treatment more manageable for healthcare professionals and patients.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same author

    Gangrenous epiploic appendicitis; a cause of left-sided abdominal pain; case report.

    Bulletin of the U.S. Army Medical Department. United States. Army. Medical Department·2010
    Same author

    Vital signs of quality: medication-use safety.

    American journal of health-system pharmacy : AJHP : official journal of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists·2002
    Same author

    ASHP national survey of pharmacy practice in hospital settings: prescribing and transcribing--2001.

    American journal of health-system pharmacy : AJHP : official journal of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists·2002
    Same author

    Pharmacists building a safer health system.

    American journal of health-system pharmacy : AJHP : official journal of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists·2001
    Same author

    ASHP national survey of pharmacy practice in acute care settings: monitoring, patient education, and wellness--2000.

    American journal of health-system pharmacy : AJHP : official journal of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists·2000
    Same author

    Re-engineering an ambulatory care pharmacy practice.

    American journal of health-system pharmacy : AJHP : official journal of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists·2000

    Area of Science:

    • Clinical Nutrition
    • Patient Education
    • Healthcare Management

    Background:

    • Home parenteral nutrition (HPN) is an increasingly utilized therapy for patients with prolonged inability to eat.
    • Current HPN training is concentrated in experienced, large medical centers, limiting broader accessibility.
    • Growing acceptance necessitates simplified training programs for less experienced healthcare professionals.

    Observation:

    • Simplifying the preparation of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) solutions is crucial for reducing errors.
    • Utilizing pre-formulated amino acid solutions with electrolytes and oral administration of vitamins/electrolytes can decrease complexity.
    • Standardized training manuals and commercially available supply distribution programs can streamline HPN management.
    • Social workers can significantly aid in navigating reimbursement and payment issues for HPN services and supplies.

    Findings:

    • Streamlining HPN preparation through optimized formulations and administration routes enhances safety and efficiency.
    • Standardized training materials and logistics simplify the educational process for both patients and providers.
    • Proactive negotiation of training fees with third-party payers is essential for program sustainability.

    Implications:

    • Simplified HPN training protocols can increase patient access to this life-sustaining therapy.
    • Empowering less experienced healthcare providers to implement HPN programs expands treatment reach.
    • Reducing the complexity of HPN management can improve patient adherence and outcomes.

    Related Experiment Videos