title: Home parenteral nutrition: a multi-professional approach.
abstract: This article explores the complexities of home parenteral nutrition (HPN) and how it has developed as a home therapy. It examines the various indications and treatment options, discussing access and the associated complications. The relationship between the multiprofessional team is paramount to the success of the therapy. Working in partnership with home-care providers is also discussed. It gives an overview of patients receiving parenteral nutrition at home and the impact it has on their lives.
authors.affiliation: Regional Nurse Manager, Fresenius Kabi and Calea UK.
authors.forename: Adam
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Sangster
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D007410:Intestinal Diseases / Q000178:diet therapy* / Q000451:nursing*; D016562:Parenteral Nutrition, Home Total / Q000379:methods* / Q000451:nursing*; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration*
keywords: Asepsis; Home care; Intestinal failure; Parenteral nutrition