Asst. Professor, Symbiosis College of Nursing (SCON), Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune
This study was conducted to assess the knowledge regarding Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) among the ICU nurses
Although there is increasing awareness about the Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) it is an area that needs exploration.
This study was descriptive with quantitative approach.
22 staff nurses were selected using non-probability purposive sampling and were administered with a structured questionnaire
The nurses had adequate knowledge about the TPN.
This study indicates that regular in-service education will keep the nurses updated and make them more competent in dealing with the clients requiring TPN.
The study re-iterated that Nurses are suitable team members for continuous nutritional care and therefore must be always involved in direct patient care.
Knowledge, Total parenteral nutrition, TPN, Nurses, ICU
